Queen Elizabeth II Birthday: 7 inspiring quotes by the longest reigning monarch of Britain

Follow the legacy of Queen Elizabeth II with her inspiring quotes on her first posthumous birthday

PUBLISHED APR 21, 2023

Queen Elizabeth II passed away on September 8, 2022 (Getty Images)

Queen Elizabeth, then known simply as Elizabeth York, was born on April 21, 1926. Britain's longest-reigning monarch Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away at 96, might not have given a single interview during her 70-year reign but she was known for sharing insightful and inspirational thoughts in her public speeches.

From her involvement in World War II to her tireless charity work, she has been an inspiration to many. Her words have become well-known around the globe. In honor of the queen’s birthday, we’re taking a look back at her most memorable words of wisdom.

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7 inspirational quotes by her

1. “While we may have more still to endure, better days will return: we will be with our friends again; we will be with our families again; we will meet again.” (Courtesy: parade.com)

2. "It’s worth remembering that it is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change." (Courtesy: parade.com)

Queen Elizabeth II watches from the balcony of Buckingham Palace during the Trooping the Colour parade the Trooping the Colour parade on June 2, 2022 in London, England. Trooping The Colour, also known as The Queen's Birthday Parade, is a military ceremony performed by regiments of the British Army that has taken place since the mid-17th century. It marks the official birthday of the British Sovereign. This year, from June 2 to June 5, 2022, there is the added celebration of the Platinum Jubilee of Elizabeth II in the UK and Commonwealth to mark the 70th anniversary of her accession to the throne on 6 February 1952. — Queen Elizabeth II (Getty Images)

3. “When peace comes, remember it will be for us, the children of today, to make the world of tomorrow a better and happier place.” (Courtesy: parade.com)

4. "It has always been easy to hate and destroy. To build and to cherish is much more difficult." (Courtesy: libquotes)

5. "When life seems hard, the courageous do not lie down and accept defeat; instead, they are all the more determined to struggle for a better future.” (Courtesy: parade.com)

6. “Everyone is our neighbour, no matter what race, creed or colour.” (Courtesy: parade.com)

7. “Religion and culture are much in the news these days, usually as sources of difference and conflict, rather than for bringing people together. But the irony is that every religion has something to say about tolerance and respecting others.” (Courtesy: www.royal.com)