Famous quote by Charles Spurgeon

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A good character is the best tombstone. Those who loved you and were helped by you will remember you when forget-me-nots
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"A good character is the best tombstone. Those who loved you and were helped by you will remember you when forget-me-nots have withered. Carve your name on hearts, not on marble"

- Charles Spurgeon

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This quote by Charles Spurgeon speaks with the significance of having a great character. It recommends that an excellent character is more valuable than a tombstone, as it will be remembered by those who have actually been assisted by it. The quote encourages us to focus on sculpting our name on hearts, instead of on marble. This is since the love and gratitude of those we have actually helped will stay long after forget-me-nots have actually withered. It is a tip that our actions and character will be remembered long after we are gone, which we ought to aim to be kind and generous to those around us. This quote encourages us to focus on our character and how we deal with others, as this is what will be remembered in the long run.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Charles Spurgeon between June 19, 1834 and January 31, 1892. He/she was a famous Clergyman from United Kingdom. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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