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100 Life Changing Quotes from The Lion King Movie

100 Life Changing Quotes from The Lion King Movie

What comes to your mind if I ask you to take two minutes and think about your favorite Disney animated movie that you can watch anytime? Yes, obviously, the one and only “The Lion King”. The timeless classic was the first release in 1994. It’s top-notch and flawless animation made it a huge success. Based on the animals this movie gives some serious life-lessons to social animals of society.

We, the privileged ones, no matter which age group we belong can learn a lesson from it. You can learn the fearlessness, love, and wisdom from Mufasa, to test boundaries from Simba, bravely and loyalty from Nala, truthfulness and ultimate guidance from Rafiki, and motherly love from Sarabi.

Along with the powerful characters, the vibrant music and visual made the film a visual treat. The film carries memorable incidents that are full of love, wisdom, friendship, humor, and above all morality. Let’s go through some of the powerful quotes from the movie that made it history.

56 Inspirational Quotes on Life, wisdom, and love from “The Lion King Movie”

Wisdom, self-esteem, bravery, courage, righteousness, and truthfulness are some of the key characteristics that have been portrayed as the basic traits of one’s life. Simba has to face many difficulties after the death of his father who was a wise man. He gave some serious lessons to Simba when he was alive. Let’s have a look at these lives- lessons.

  1. “As you go through life, you will see that there is so much that we don’t understand. And the only thing we know is that things don’t always go the way we plan.” – The Lion King

  2. “Oh yes, the past can hurt, But the way from I see it, you can either run from it or learn from it.” –The Lion King

  3. “It’s the circle of life and it moves us all, through despair and hope through faith and love, till we find our path on the path unwinding” – The Lion King

  4. “And wherever the journey might lead you, let this prayer be your guide, though it may take you so far away, always remember your pride.” – The Lion King

  5. “Being brave doesn’t mean you go looking for trouble.” – The Lion King

  6. “Look inside yourself, you are more than what you have become.” – The Lion King

  7. “While others look for what he can take, a real king gives back.” – The Lion King

  8. “To change the future, you need to put your past behind you.” – The Lion King

  9. “Everything you see exists together in a delicate balance.” – The Lion King

  10. “I laugh in the face of danger.” – The Lion King

  11. “Remember who you are.” – The Lion King

  12. “Don’t run from who you are.” – The Lion King

  13. “I am working on my roar.” – The Lion King

  14. “Well as far as the brains go, I got the lions share.” – The Lion King

  15. “Courage does not always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying I will try again tomorrow.” – The Lion King

  16. “Life’s greatest adventure is to find yourself in the circle of life.” – The Lion King

  17. “Is there so much, I must be, can I still just be me, the way I am.” – The Lion King

  18. “Look beyond what you see.” – The Lion King

  19. “There’s more to being a king than getting your way all the time.” – The Lion King

  20. “When we die, our bodies become the grass, and the antelope eat the grass. And so, we are all connected in the great Circle of Life” – The Lion King

  21. “The question is, who are you?” – The Lion King

  22. “Truth? But, truth is in the eye of the beholder.” – The Lion King

  23. “They can have the word. We’ll create our own.” – The Lion King

  24. “It doesn’t matter if it’s in the past.” – The Lion King

  25. “Out of the ashes of this tragedy, we shall rise to greet the dawning of a new era.” – The Lion King

  26. “If you will not fight, then you will die as well.” – The Lion King

  27. “Love will find a way, anywhere we go. We’re home if we are there together.” – The Lion King

  28. “Change is good.” – The Lion King

  29. “Sometimes what’s left behind can grow better than the generation before.” – The Lion King

  30. “Why won’t he be the king I know he is, the king I see inside?” – The Lion King

  31. “Look, sometimes bad things happen — and there’s nothing you can do about it. So why worry?” – The Lion King

  32. “Nobody knows the trouble I’ve seen…Nobody knows my sorrow (zazu).” – The Lion King

  33. “Well, somebody once told me that the great kings of the past are up there, watching over us.” – The Lion King

  34. “Life’s not fair, is it? You see, I…well, I shall never be king. And you shall never see the light of another day.” – The Lion King

  35. “There’s more to being a king than getting your way all the time.” – The Lion King

  36. “Bad things happen, and you can’t do anything about them.” – The Lion King

  37. “Everything the light touches is our kingdom.” – The Lion King

  38. “A king’s time as ruler rises and falls like the sun. One day, Simba, the sun will set on my time here, and will rise with you as the new king.” – The Lion King

  39. “Mufasa is strong. Like, way stronger than us.” – The Lion King

  40. “They can have the world. We’ll create our own.” – The Lion King

  41. “Ooh, I like that. He’s not king but he’s still so proper.” – The Lion King

  42. “Believe in yourself and there will come a day when others will have no choice but to believe with you.” – The Lion King

  43. “Whenever you feel alone, just remember that those kings will always be there to guide you, and so will I.” – The Lion King

  44. “Run. Run away Scar and never return.” – The Lion King

  45. “Everybody is somebody. Even a nobody.” – The Lion King

  46. “Think about it. When I’m king, I’ll have to give you orders. Tell you what to do. How weird is that?” – The Lion King

  47. “The king approaches! This is not a drill. His Majesty has requested an audience. Upon his entrance, you will rise and genuflect.” – The Lion King

  48. “A true king’s power is his compassion.” – The Lion King

  49. “You’re our only hope.” – The Lion King

  50. “When the going gets tough, the tough gets going.” – The Lion King

  51. “Nobody can prevent you from choosing to be exceptional” – The Lion King

  52. “Can you feel the love tonight? You needn’t look too far. Stealing through the night’s uncertainties, love is where they are.” – The Lion King

  53. “Sometimes the right path is not the easiest one.” – The Lion King

  54. “Always trust your instincts they are message from the soul.” – The Lion King

  55. “Sarcasm is a foreign language for you, isn’t it?” – The Lion King

  56. “Some of us fall by the wayside, and some of us soar to the stars, and some of us sail through our troubles, and some have to live with the scars.” – The Lion King

43 Witty Quotes from The Lion King Movie

Advises don’t need to be serious always. Sarcasm is another important tool to throw a life-lesson. Wittiness initiates humor and many things are said on a lighter note to make things go with the flow. The movie also has some powerful witty dialogues and statements. Let’s enjoy them.

  1. “Three pals and no worries, what else could you want?” – The Lion King

  2. “Any story worth telling is worth telling twice.” – The Lion King

  3. “I just wanted to show you I could do it. That I could be brave like you.” – The Lion King

  4. “There’s one in every family-two in mine, actually – and they always manage to ruin special occasions.” – The Lion King

  5. “There’s one in every family.” – The Lion King

  6. “Well, look who’s come down to mingle with the commoners.” – The Lion King

  7. “Well, I’m not letting anyone tell me where to go, what to do, and even who to marry. There will never be a king like me.” – The Lion King

  8. “Simba, you can’t escape your destiny.” – The Lion King

  9. “He’s my brother, Zazu. This is his home. As long as I am king, that will never change.” – The Lion King

  10. “You can’t do anything to me, because I’m the future king!” – The Lion King

  11. “It belongs to no one, but will be yours to protect. A great responsibility.” – The Lion King

  12. “And there’s nothing you can do about it. So why worry?” – The Lion King

  13. “What do you want me to do, dress in drag and do the hula?” – The Lion King

  14. “When the world turns its back on you, you turn your back on the world.” – The Lion King

  15. “I finally got some sense knocked into me. And I’ve got the bump to prove it.” – The Lion King

  16. “I thought I knew, but now I’m not so sure.” – The Lion King

  17. “Going back means I’ll have to face my past. I’ve been running from it for so long.” – The Lion King

  18. “But I thought a king can do whatever he wants.” – The Lion King

  19. “They’ll fall in love and here’s the bottom line: our trio’s down to two.” – The Lion King

  20. “No, no, no. Amateur. Lie down before you hurt yourself.” – The Lion King

  21. “I left to find help, and I found you. Don’t you understand? You’re our only hope.” – The Lion King

  22. “Didn’t your mother ever tell you not to play with your food?” – The Lion King

  23. “Well, as slippery as your mind is, as the King’s brother you should’ve been first in line.” – The Lion King

  24. “And just think, whenever he gets dirty you can take him out and beat him.” – The Lion King

  25. “I’m going to be King of Pride Rock.” – The Lion King

  26. “I may run from Hyenas but I always fight a bully.” – The Lion King

  27. “Look closer, you see… he lives in you.” – The Lion King

  28. “As king I was proud of one thing, you as my son. That alone. No, that is forever.” – The Lion King

  29. “His father’s strength is flickering inside. I wonder how bravery will taste.” – The Lion King

  30. “Oh, young master (Simba), you will be king. Then you can chase those slobbering, mangy, stupid poachers from dawn until dusk.” – The Lion King

  31. “Wrong! The only checking out you will do is to check out of here.” – The Lion King

  32. “Timon: “Hey Pumbaa, what do you call a hyena with half a brain?” – The Lion KingPumbaa: [laughs] “Beats me, Timon. What?” – The Lion KingTimon: “GIFTED!” – The Lion King

  33. “Friends stick together to the end.” – The Lion King

  34. “When the student is ready, the teacher appears.” – The Lion King

  35. “After a long day of doing nothing, it’s good to kick back.” – The Lion King

  36. “Banzai: “Oh, Scar. It’s just you.” Shenzi: “We were afraid it was somebody important.” – The Lion King

  37. “But Going Back Means I’ll Have to Face My Past. I’ve Been Running from It for So Long.” – The Lion King

  38. “My Simba. You want so much to walk the path expected of you.” – The Lion King

  39. “I am surrounded by idiots.” – The Lion King

  40. “I was on first until that hairball was born.” – The Lion King

  41. “Don’t let danger control you. Embrace a challenge — you never know where it will take you. Just don’t go around visiting elephant graveyards, okay?” – The Lion King

  42. “Sometimes the right path is not the easiest one.” – The Lion King

  43. “Always trust your instincts they are message from the soul.” – The Lion King

  44. “Sarcasm is a foreign language for you, isn’t it?” – The Lion King

  45. “Some of us fall by the way side, and some of us soar to the stars, and some of us sail through our troubles, and some have to live with the scars.” – The Lion King

  46. “What’s a motto?” “Nothing, what’s the motto with you?” – The Lion King

Summary

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Hakuna Matata! This epic animated movie wants you to have no worries. Hurdles come and go, and all that matters is your ability to deal with them. Stay strong, forget your past and be positive everything else falls in place.

“The Lion King” was and will always be a piece of art in the animation industry. Make a plan to watch the movie this weekend, and let all your qualms fly away. Don’t forget to comment below with your favorite iconic moments from the movie.