A CHRISTMAS CAROL STAVE 2 QUOTES AND ANALYSIS

“I was checked in my transports by the sobriety of my inquiries. What business had I to be chasing a golden idol?”

Analysis: This quote shows Scrooge’s realization that his obsession with material wealth has blinded him to the true meaning of Christmas. He recognizes that he has been pursuing money as an idol, and it prompts him to reflect on his actions.

“I have come to my native town in search of him. You may take me to him at once, if you please.”

Analysis: Scrooge declares his determination to make amends and reconnect with his estranged nephew Fred. He has recognized the value of family and wants to mend his relationship with his only living relative before it’s too late.

“Your opportunity and promise, young man, that you have failed to learn the lessons kind Christmas has been teaching us.”

Analysis: Scrooge lectures himself for not having learned the lessons of kindness and compassion that Christmas represents. He acknowledges his past mistakes and regrets his failure to embrace the spirit of the season.

“I am sorry for him; I couldn’t be angry with him if I tried. Who suffers by his ill whims? Himself always.”

Analysis: Scrooge reflects on Bob Cratchit, his underpaid employee who still manages to remain cheerful despite his difficult circumstances. Scrooge acknowledges that his own anger and miserliness only hurt himself, while others learn to find joy in the little things.

“Oh, tell me, I may sponge away the writing on this stone!”

Analysis: Scrooge pleads with the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come to show him a future in which his fate can be changed. He desperately hopes for a chance to repent and remove the mark of his greediness and selfishness.

“But you were always a good man of business, Jacob,” faltered Scrooge, who now began to apply this to himself. 100 DAYS IN HEAVEN QUOTES

Analysis: Scrooge reflects upon his deceased business partner, Jacob Marley, and the realization dawns upon him that in avoiding humanity and compassion, he has also squandered his own humanity and neglected his own soul.

“They were a boy and girl. Yellow, meagre, ragged, scowling, wolfish… but prostrate, too, in their humility.”

Analysis: Here, Scrooge observes two children, Ignorance and Want, who symbolize the detrimental consequences of societal neglect. They represent the ignorance and poverty that exist in society due to indifference and a lack of understanding.

“I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year. I will live in the Past, the Present, and the Future.”

Analysis: Scrooge vows to change his ways and embrace the spirit of Christmas throughout the year. He pledges to remain mindful of the lessons he has learned and carry the generosity and love he experienced into every part of his life.

“His own heart laughed; and that was quite enough for him.”

Analysis: This quote describes how the mere happiness and joy within Scrooge’s heart are sufficient for him in that his greed and obsession with wealth no longer define him. He finds contentment and fulfillment in giving and spreading joy to others.

“But I am sure I have always thought of Christmas time… as a good time; a kind, forgiving, charitable, pleasant time.”

Analysis: Scrooge reflects upon his past sentiments about Christmas and recognizes that he once knew of its inherent goodness. This realization further fuels his resolve to change his ways and rediscover the true meaning of the season.

These quotes and analysis provide a glimpse into the transformative journey undertaken by Ebenezer Scrooge in Stave 2 of “A Christmas Carol.”