Ever stumbled upon a quote that just stopped you in your tracks? That’s exactly how I feel about these C.S. Lewis gems. The literary genius who brought us the magical world of Narnia had a knack for capturing life’s big truths in a few simple words. I’ve rounded up 10 of his quotes from his work that totally blew me away – each one filled with wisdom and a touch of whimsy. Enjoy!
1. “Some day you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again.”
― The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (1950), a dedication to Lewis’ goddaughter, Lucy
2. “There are better things ahead than any we leave behind.”
― The Collected Letters of C.S. Lewis, Volume 3 (2004), from a letter to Mary Willis Shelburne
3. “There are no ordinary people.”
― The Weight of Glory (1949)
4. “Feelings, and feelings, and feelings. Let me try thinking instead.”
― A Grief Observed (1961)
5. “Courage, dear heart.”
― The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (1952)
6. “Make your choice, adventurous Stranger;
Strike the bell and bide the danger,
Or wonder, till it drives you mad,
What would have followed if you had.”
― The Magician’s Nephew (1955)
7. “No one ever told me that grief felt so like fear.”
― A Grief Observed (1961)
8. “Miracles do not, in fact, break the laws of nature.”
― Miracles (1947)
9. “To love at all is to be vulnerable. Love anything, and your heart will certainly be wrung and possibly be broken.”
― The Four Loves (1960)
10. “At the end of things, The Blessed will say, “We have never lived anywhere except in Heaven.” And the lost will say, “We were always in Hell.” And both will speak truly.”
― The Great Divorce (1945)
There you have it, folks! C.S. Lewis sure knew how to leave us breathless with his words. If you’re after for more literary magic, make sure to check out our other quote collections from your favorite fantasy authors. ✨