In our fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook the power of kind words. Praise is a simple yet profound gesture that uplifts spirits and strengthens bonds. Whether you're looking for a dose of motivation or seeking ways to express appreciation, praise quotes offer timeless insights that resonate across cultures and generations. Our curated collection of 31 inspiring praise quotes is designed to remind us of the impact that a few heartfelt words can have, not only in our personal relationships but also in enhancing our own positivity and outlook on life. Dive in and discover the transformative power of praise, one quote at a time.
1. “Be silent and safe — silence never betrays you; Be true to your word and your work and your friend; Put least trust in him who is foremost to praise you,Nor judge of a road till it draw to the end.” - John Boyle O'Reilly
2. “Nobody gets praised for the right reasons.” - Diana Wynne Jones
3. “In the best, the friendliest and simplest relations flattery or praise is necessary, just as grease is necessary to keep wheels turning. ” - Leo Tolstoy
4. “Long books, when read, are usually overpraised, because the reader wishes to convince others and himself that he has not wasted his time.” - E.M. Forster
5. “Sweet words are like honey, a little may refresh, but too much gluts the stomach.” - Anne Bradstreet
6. “Stop giving meaningless praise and start giving meaningful action.” - Steve Maraboli
7. “And if I please you so, my lover,Remember praise is comely.” - Countee Cullen
8. “Sing to your mountains because as you sing, they are being cast into the sea.As you sing, the portals of heaven are opening.” - Sherry K. White
9. “I do not know whether anyone has ever succeeded in not enjoying praise. And, if he enjoys it, he naturally wants to receive it. And if he wants to receive it, he cannot help but being distraught at losing it. Those who are in love with applause have their spirits starved not only when they are blamed off-hand, but even when they fail to be constantly praised.” - John Chrysostom
10. “What can I say about life? Do I praise it for letting you live, or damn it for allowing the rest?” - Janet Fitch
11. “But the conceited man did not hear him. Conceited people never hear anything but praise.” - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
12. “I've read your summary.""And?""It's not incompetent."Be still, my heart, so I don't faint from such faint phrase. "Did you expect it to be written in crayon?” - Ilona Andrews
13. “In the Name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful. All the praises and thanks be to Allah, the Lord of the 'Alamin (mankind, jinns and all that exists). The Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful. The Only Owner of the Day of Recompense (i.e. the Day of Resurrection) You (Alone) we worship, and You (Alone) we ask for help. Guide us to the Straight Way... The Way of those on whom You have bestowed Your Grace, not (the way) of those who earned Your Anger, nor of those who went astray.(The Qur'an- Surah Al-Fatihah)” - Anonymous
14. “I write about adversity, I praise adversity, not to be pessimistic, but rather to strengthen myself. The more familiar that you are with it, the less likely you are to have a breakdown when it occurs. You become more reflective of its purpose, you understand God's reason for it, and are then able to make the best of everything that you are handed. The darkness is only frightening after constant sunshine.” - Criss Jami
15. “Conceited people never hear anything but praise.” - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
16. “I had such a hard time giving all the glory to God when first accepting Him as Lord. Coming out of a theatre background where there were many applauds and accolades, I suffered from what I call "attention-itis" - the need for recognition. It took many years and much eating of crow before I became conscious of giving all praise to God for my accomplishments.” - Sheryl Young
17. “I'll be singing hymns to the rafters, be praising His goodness so loud they're going to have to turn down the volume in Heaven.” - Diane Hammond
18. “He only profits from praise who values criticism.” - Heinrich Heine
19. “Reality is, Hope and Despair lie in the same places. And they're just a matter of perspective.What changed my perspective, was her.” - Richie singh
20. “The French believe that kids feel confident when they're able to do things for themselves, and do those things well. After children have learned to talk, adults don't praise them for saying just anything. They praise them for saying interesting things, and for speaking well.” - Pamela Druckerman
21. “Never waste an unsaid word of praise and never praise the said words of anger.” - Terry Blakeman
22. “I'm a peasantI'm the muzhikA pest you're destined to play the musicAnd yes it's pleasant to say it's beauty I'mIndebted to rest respecting it truly” - Criss Jami
23. “...all this time I've been worshiping you - when other men wanted to kiss you, I've been offering the praise of my lips...” - John Geddes
24. “Criticism can never instruct or benefit you. Its chief effect is that of a telegram with dubious news. Praise leaves no glow behind, for it is a writer's habit to remember nothing good of himself. I have usually forgotten those who have admired my work, and seldom anyone who disliked it. Obviously, this is because praise is never enough and censure always too much.” - Ben Hecht
25. “i've never believed in anything or anybody that needed constant praise.” - Darnell Lamont Walker
26. “Praise is declaration, a victory cry, proclaiming faith to stand firm in the place God has given you. Praise is a proclamation that the enemy's intent to plunder you will not rock you. Praise declares that you will not be moved by the enemy's attempt to snatch you away.” - Darlene Zschech
27. “I have yet to find the man, however exalted his station, who did not do better work and put forth greater effort under a spirit of approval than under a spirit of criticism.” - Charles Schwab
28. “Earlier in this century someone claimed that we work at our play and play at our work. Today the confusion has deepened: we worship our work, work at our play, and play in our worship.” - Leland Ryken
29. “…praise does not make anything better or worse.” - Marcus Aurelius
30. “Let us not question whether God is there; let us praise Him that He is there.” - Dillon Burroughs
31. “Aspire to high standards, expect strong results, offer self praise, and stack your confidence.” - Lorii Myers
