Church Bells
The church bells symbolize renewal. When George returns to the shabby little man to confront him, he finds him at the same spot. After George finishes complaining, the shabby man tells George to close his eyes and listen to the ringing church bells. When he opens his eyes, the shabby man is nowhere to be seen, but George feels that he is full of energy and optimism. He finds the energy to go home as a renewed man after realizing that life is a gift and his family matters to him more than ever.
Satchel
The satchel is a symbol of acceptance. When the shabby man gives George a satchel, he tells him that any doors he knocks on will be opened, and he will be accepted. George goes with the satchel and gives it to his mother and wife. After he realizes he has been renewed, he returns again and is welcomed by his parents. He later proceeds to his wife, Mary, and she welcomes him with a kiss. George demands the children be awakened, hugs them, and warmly accepts him.
Biddle's maple tree
The Biddle maple tree is a symbol of memory. When George returns home, he looks at the Biddle tree and sees a mark that was left there when he accidentally destroyed it by his car. At this point, George discovers that his memory is back, and he is no longer hallucinating. He quickly heads home and recognizes everything as it is supposed to be, including his wife and children.
