Clement Clarke Moore Quotes

A collection of quotes by Clement Clarke Moore.

Clement Clarke Moore (1779-1863) was an American professor of Oriental and Greek literature at Columbia College (now Columbia University). He is best known for his famous poem "A Visit from St. Nicholas," commonly known as "The Night Before Christmas," which he wrote for his children. Moore's poem greatly influenced the modern image of Santa Claus and the Christmas traditions. Though a renowned scholar, he is primarily remembered for his contribution to the beloved Christmas folklore.

T'was the night before Christmas, when all through the house

T'was the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.

Clement Clarke Moore

Christmas

As dry leaves that before the wild hurricane fly, when they

As dry leaves that before the wild hurricane fly, when they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky. So up to the house-top the coursers they flew, with the sleigh full of toys, and St. Nicholas too.

Clement Clarke Moore

Christmas