0 little town of Bethlehem How still we see the lie! Above thy deep and dreamless sleep The silent stars go by.

— Phillips Brooks

A man who lives right, and is right, has more power in his silence than another has by his words.

— Phillips Brooks

A prayer in its simplest definition is merely a wish turned heavenward.

— Phillips Brooks

As you emphasize your life you must localize and define it... you cannot do everything.

— Phillips Brooks

Bad will be the day for every man when he becomes absolutely contented with the life he is living when there is not forever beating at the doors of his soul some great desire to do something larger.

— Phillips Brooks

Be patient and understanding. Life is too short to be vengeful or malicious.

— Phillips Brooks

Character may be manifested in the great moments, but it is made in the small ones.

— Phillips Brooks

Charity should begin at home, but should not stay there.

— Phillips Brooks

Christianity helps us face the music even when we don't like the tune.

— Phillips Brooks

Do not pray for easy lives pray to be stronger men. Do not pray for tasks equal to your powers pray for powers equal to your tasks.

— Phillips Brooks