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The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln: A Collection of Quotable Quotes

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Abraham Lincoln was one of the most quotable presidents in American history. His words have inspired generations of Americans and continue to resonate today. This article presents a collection of some of Lincoln's most famous and insightful quotes, along with their context and significance.

Widger s Quotations from the Project Gutenberg Editions of the Works of Abraham Lincoln
Widger's Quotations from the Project Gutenberg Editions of the Works of Abraham Lincoln
by Abraham Lincoln

5 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 152 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 20 pages
Lending : Enabled

Early Life and Career

"I am not bound to win, but I am bound to be true. I am not bound to succeed, but I am bound to live up to what light I have."

Abraham Lincoln
Speech at the Republican State Convention, Springfield, Illinois (June 16, 1858)

This quote from a young Lincoln illustrates his deep sense of humility and his commitment to ng what he believed was right, even if it meant facing defeat. It is a reminder that true success lies not in achieving a certain outcome, but in striving to live up to our highest ideals.

The Civil War

"With malice toward none, with charity for all, with firmness in the right, as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in, to bind up the nation's wounds."

Abraham Lincoln
Second Inaugural Address (March 4, 1865)

This quote from Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address is a powerful call for unity and reconciliation after the Civil War. It reminds us that even in the midst of conflict, it is possible to find common ground and work together to heal the wounds of the past.

"The best way to predict the future is to create it."

Abraham Lincoln
Letter to Mrs. Bixby (November 21, 1864)

This quote from a letter written by Lincoln to a mother who had lost five sons in the Civil War is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, we must never give up hope. It is a call to action, urging us to take responsibility for our own destiny and to work to create a better future.

Leadership and Character

"I am not concerned that you have fallen; I am concerned that you arise."

Abraham Lincoln
Letter to General Joseph Hooker (January 26, 1863)

This quote from a letter written by Lincoln to a general who had suffered a setback in the Civil War is a reminder that true leaders are not defined by their failures, but by their ability to learn from their mistakes and to rise above adversity.

"If I had eight hours to chop down a tree, I'd spend six sharpening my axe."

Abraham Lincoln
Attributed to Lincoln, but no reliable source has been found

This quote, which is often attributed to Lincoln, is a reminder that preparation is essential for success. It is a call to invest in our skills and knowledge, so that we are ready to take on any challenge that comes our way.

Legacy

"The world will little note, nor long remember what we say here, but it will never forget what they did here."

Abraham Lincoln
Gettysburg Address (November 19, 1863)

This quote from Lincoln's Gettysburg Address is a reminder that the true measure of a person's life is not found in their words, but in their actions. It is a call to live a life of purpose and to make a difference in the world.

Abraham Lincoln was a man of great wit and wisdom. His words have inspired generations of Americans and continue to resonate today. They are a reminder that even in the midst of adversity, it is possible to find hope, unity, and strength. They are a call to action, urging us to strive to live up to our highest ideals and to make a difference in the world.

Widger s Quotations from the Project Gutenberg Editions of the Works of Abraham Lincoln
Widger's Quotations from the Project Gutenberg Editions of the Works of Abraham Lincoln
by Abraham Lincoln

5 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 152 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 20 pages
Lending : Enabled
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Widger s Quotations from the Project Gutenberg Editions of the Works of Abraham Lincoln
Widger's Quotations from the Project Gutenberg Editions of the Works of Abraham Lincoln
by Abraham Lincoln

5 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 152 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 20 pages
Lending : Enabled
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