Teachers are the backbone of all countries and the entire world! One of the finest examples is Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, who wasn’t just one of India’s greatest teachers but also a kind-hearted individual. To honor his contributions to the future of our country, we celebrate Teacher’s Day every year on his birthday, the 5th of September. Now, while Teacher’s Day is celebrated on different days in various countries, the sentiment remains the same: to honor, respect, and give a heartfelt salute to those who lay the foundation of humanity and its future—education. Show your appreciation to your teachers by sharing some of the best quotes about teachers on your social media and make them feel special!
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We don’t often get the chance to express our gratitude to our teachers. However, you can do so now—for all those teachers who have shaped your thinking and instilled in you good values! Explore these 12 quotes about teachers to thank the most inspiring educators in your life.
1. Teachers are the society’s real heroes!
“If you have to put someone on a pedestal, put teachers. They are society’s heroes.”- Guy Kawasaki
2. Teachers give knowledge…the biggest gift that anybody could give.
“Your heart is slightly larger than the average human heart, but that’s because you’re a teacher.” – Aaron Bacall
3. Teachers show us all the path…
“Teaching is a calling too. And I’ve always thought that teachers in their way are holy—angels leading their flocks out of the darkness.” – Jeannette Walls
4. No matter how much the tech advances- teaching is a basic skill without it kids can’t flourish.
“Technology is just a tool. In terms of getting the kids to work together and motivating them, the teacher is the most important.” – Bill Gates
5. Teachers leave their knowledge and encouraging words for many generations to get inspired…
“A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.” – Henry B. Adams
6. Teachers keep us focused on the right things.
“The best teachers are those who show you where to look but don’t tell you what to see.” – Alexandra K. Trenfor
7. And to make us believe in things.
“Teaching is the greatest act of optimism.” – Colleen Wilcox
8. The ones who are open to learning from everyone.
“The best teachers are the ones that change their minds.”- Terry Heick
9. Teaching =learning.
“Teachers have three loves: love of learning, love of learners, and the love of bringing the first two loves together.” – Scott Hayden
10. Teachers are the nurtures of the nation.
“It is not what is poured into the student, but what is planted, that counts.” – E.P. Bertin
11. And to push us when we lack enthusiasm.
“It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” – Albert Einstein
12. A great teacher can make all the difference in life.
“Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a great teacher.” – Japanese Proverb
13. The change makers of the society.
“Teachers can change lives with the right mix of chalk and challenges.” – Joyce Meyer
14. Teachers are the character builders.
“The duties of a teacher are neither few nor small, but they elevate the mind and give energy to the character.”- Dorothea Dix
15. Indeed!
“One child, one teacher, one book, and one pen can change the world.” – Malala Yousafzai
16. A Teacher’s job >>>>
“A teacher’s job is to take a bunch of live wires and see that they are well-grounded.” – Darwin D. Martin
Tell us your favorite from the above compilation of 16 quotes on teachers and also tell us a story of which teachers inspired you in your life the most!