Headstone Quotes About Grace

Grace can mean the elegance of a gentle person, the kindness they showed others, or God's unearned love. These lines suit people of faith, graceful souls — and anyone named Grace.

Short epitaphs

• She lived with grace.
• Saved by grace.
• Grace and love, always.
• A life of quiet grace.
• By grace, home at last.
• Gracious in all things.

Scripture

• My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. (2 Corinthians 12:9)
• For by grace are ye saved through faith. (Ephesians 2:8)
• The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee. (Numbers 6:25)

Public-domain poetry and prose

• Amazing grace! How sweet the sound. (John Newton, 1779)
• 'Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, / And grace will lead me home. (John Newton, 1779)

For someone named Grace

When the person's name is Grace, a line like "Amazing Grace" or "Grace by name, grace by nature" makes a warm, personal epitaph. Avoid repeating the name too many times on a small stone.

Grace at the end of a long illness

2 Corinthians 12:9 — "my strength is made perfect in weakness" — is often chosen for someone who faced a long illness with faith and courage. See headstone wording after a long illness.

Designs to pair

• A dove — see dove meaning.
• A cross with lilies — see lily meaning.
• Praying hands — see praying hands meaning.
• A rising sun for new life.

A note on sources

Quotations here are scripture (King James Version) or works in the public domain, alongside original lines you're free to use. If you choose another quotation, check who wrote it and whether it is still under copyright before it is engraved.

Key Takeaways

• Grace lines suit people of faith and gentle souls.
• 2 Corinthians 12:9 suits a long illness.
• Amazing Grace (1779) is public domain.
• Personal lines suit someone named Grace.

Next Step

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