36 Timeless Christmas Quotes: What To Write In A Holiday Card

Searching for the perfect Christmas quotes to ignite your holiday spirit? Whether you’re designing a heartfelt holiday card or looking to sprinkle some festive cheer across your social media, our handpicked collection of timeless Christmas quotes has got you covered. At Postable, we’re all about making holiday cards effortless—and fun. So, grab a mug of cocoa and dive into these gems that will add just the right touch to your holiday greetings.

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To the quotes!

1. “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” — Buddy The Elf
Perfect for a lighthearted holiday card, this quote from Elf can be the centerpiece of your next funny Christmas card, sent directly from our site to their doorstep.

2. “Christmas isn’t a season. It’s a feeling.” — Edna Ferber
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3. “Peace on earth will come to stay, when we live Christmas every day.” — Helen Steiner Rice
Inspire a year-round celebration of peace and goodwill with this thoughtful message, available on any of our peace-themed holiday cards.

4. “Maybe Christmas, he thought, doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas… perhaps…means a little bit more!” — Dr. Seuss
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5. “I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” — Charles Dickens
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6. “Christmas magic is silent. You don’t hear it—you feel it. You know it. You believe it.” — Kevin Alan Milne
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7. “Love the giver more than the gift.” — Brigham Young
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8. “Gifts of time and love are surely the basic ingredients of a truly merry Christmas.” — Peg Bracken
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9. “The joy of brightening other lives becomes for us the magic of the holidays.” — W.C. Jones
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10. “Christmas is forever, not for just one day. For loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away.” — Norman Wesley Brooks
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11. “Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.” — Norman Vincent Peale
Add a touch of magic to your holiday cards with this enchanting quote, perfect for a cozy Christmas message.

12. “It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.” — Mother Teresa
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13. “Christmas is the season for kindling the fire of hospitality.” — Washington Irving
Spread the warmth of the season with this classic quote, ideal for welcoming friends and family into your holiday celebrations.

14. “Christmas is a piece of one’s home that one carries in one’s heart.” — Freya Stark
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15. “At Christmas, all roads lead home.” — Marjorie Holmes
Remind your family and friends of the special place they hold in your heart, no matter how far away they may be.

16. “The smells of Christmas are the smells of childhood.” — Richard Paul Evans
Evoke a sense of nostalgia with this quote, perfect for cards that capture the cozy, joyful moments of the past.

17. “The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree: the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other.” — Burton Hillis
Celebrate family togetherness with a card that highlights the most precious gift of all.

18. “Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone.” — Charles M. Schulz
Encourage small acts of kindness with this simple yet powerful quote on your next holiday card.

19. “The world has grown weary through the years, but at Christmas, it is young.” — Phillips Brooks
Bring back the youthful joy of the season with this timeless quote, paired with our festive designs.

20. “Christmas gives us the opportunity to pause and reflect on the important things around us.” — David Cameron
Make your holiday cards a moment of reflection and gratitude with this thoughtful quote.

21. “Christmas, my child, is love in action.” — Dale Evans
Emphasize the spirit of love and charity with this quote, perfect for cards sent to spread goodwill.

22. “Christmas will always be as long as we stand heart to heart and hand in hand.” — Dr. Seuss
Celebrate unity and connection with this uplifting quote, ideal for sharing with friends and family alike.

23. “What is Christmas? It is the tenderness of the past, courage for the present, and hope for the future.” — Agnes M. Pahro
Highlight the timeless nature of Christmas with this quote on one of our elegant holiday cards.

24. “Christmas isn’t just a day—it’s a frame of mind.” — Valentine Davies
Encourage your recipients to keep the holiday spirit alive all year long with this meaningful quote.

25. “A good conscience is a continual Christmas.” — Benjamin Franklin
Inspire positivity and gratitude with this classic quote, perfect for a card that encourages joy and mindfulness.

26. “Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.” — Hamilton Wright Mabie
Spread a global message of love and kindness with this quote on a beautifully designed holiday card.

27. “The joy of giving is the true magic of Christmas.” — Unknown
Celebrate the magic found in giving with this quote on a card that captures the essence of the season.

28. “There’s nothing cozier than a Christmas tree all lit up.” — Jenny Han
Perfect for a card that captures the cozy, comforting side of the holidays, this quote adds a warm touch.

29. “Christmas is a time when everybody wants his past forgotten and his present remembered.” — Phyllis Diller
Share a laugh with this lighthearted quote, ideal for a fun and whimsical holiday card.

30. “Let us keep Christmas beautiful without a thought of greed.” — Ann Garnett Schultz
Promote the beauty of a selfless holiday season with this meaningful quote on a thoughtful card.

31. “Christmas is the season when you buy this year’s gifts with next year’s money.” — Unknown
Add humor to your holiday greetings with this witty quote, perfect for a playful card.

32. “Christmas is the day that holds all time together.” — Alexander Smith
Reflect on the timeless nature of the season with this elegant quote on a classic holiday card.

33. “Christmas works like glue; it keeps us all sticking together.” — Rosie Thomas
Celebrate the bond of togetherness with a card that emphasizes the unifying spirit of Christmas.

34. “May you never be too grown up to search the skies on Christmas Eve.” — Unknown
Capture the childlike wonder of the holidays with this charming quote, great for family-themed cards.

35. “Christmas is not as much about opening our presents as opening our hearts.” — Janice Maeditere
Remind your loved ones of the true meaning of the season with this heartfelt quote on a holiday card.

36. “Santa Claus is anyone who loves another and seeks to make them happy.” — Edwin Osgood Grover
Add a touch of whimsy and kindness to your cards.

These beloved Christmas quotes capture the essence of the holiday season. Whether you’re sending holiday cheer or decorating your social spaces, each quote offers a unique way to celebrate the spirit of Christmas. Ready to send these quotes along with a personalized card? Visit Postable.com to select from our wide range of holiday cards that you can customize and mail directly from the comfort of your home.

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