Abraham Lincoln Quotes

Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States, serving from 1861 until his assassination in 1865. Lincoln is renowned for his leadership during the American Civil War and his efforts to abolish slavery through the Emancipation Proclamation. His leadership and vision have made him one of the most admired and influential presidents in American history.

There may sometimes be ungenerous attempts to keep a young man down; and they will succeed, too, if he allows his mind to be diverted from its true channel to brood over the attempted injury.

I learned a great many years ago that in a fight between husband and wife, a third party should never get between the woman's skillet and the man's ax-helve.

Oh, yes; you Virginians shed barrels of perspiration while standing off at a distance and superintending the work your slaves do for you. It is different with us. Here it is every fellow for himself, or he doesn't get there.

The things I want to know are in books; my best fr... -Abraham Lincoln

The things I want to know are in books; my best friend is the man who'll get me a book I ain't read.

That our government should have been maintained in its original form from its establishment until now is not much to be wondered at. It had many props to support it through that period, which now are decayed and crumbled away. Through that period, it was felt by all to be an undecided experiment; now, it is understood to be a successful one.

All the armies of Europe, Asia and Africa combined, with all the treasure of the earth (our own excepted) in their military chest; with a Buonaparte for a commander, could not by force, take a drink from the Ohio, or make a track on the Blue Ridge, in a trial of a thousand years.

In giving freedom to the slave, we assure freedom to the free - honorable alike in that we give and what we preserve. We shall nobly save, or meanly lose, the last best hope of earth.

Most folks are as happy as they make up their mind... -Abraham Lincoln

Most folks are as happy as they make up their minds to be.

I do not think much of a man who is not wiser toda... -Abraham Lincoln

I do not think much of a man who is not wiser today than he was yesterday.

Don't interfere with anything in the Constitution. That must be maintained, for it is the only safeguard of our liberties.

There is no grievance that is a fit object of redr... -Abraham Lincoln

There is no grievance that is a fit object of redress by mob law.

Republicans are for both the man and the dollar, b... -Abraham Lincoln

Republicans are for both the man and the dollar, but in case of conflict the man before the dollar.

I have talked with great men, and I do not see how... -Abraham Lincoln

I have talked with great men, and I do not see how they differ from others.

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This quote suggests that after conversing with great or influential men, the speaker fails to perceive any substantial differences between them and ordinary individuals.

The time comes upon every public man when it is be... -Abraham Lincoln

The time comes upon every public man when it is best for him to keep his lips closed.

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This quote suggests that public figures or leaders sometimes encounter situations where it is prudent to remain silent rather than speak impulsively. It implies that strategic restraint and thoughtful communication are essential in public roles.

I never had a policy; I have just tried to do my v... -Abraham Lincoln

I never had a policy; I have just tried to do my very best each and every day.

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This quote reflects a personal philosophy of constantly striving to give one's best effort every day without a rigid policy. It implies that consistent commitment to doing one's best leads to meaningful and fulfilling experiences. It reflects on the value of dedication and effort in daily life.

Important principles may, and must, be inflexible.

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This quote emphasizes the importance of upholding and adhering to essential principles or values. It suggests that certain fundamental principles should remain steadfast and unwavering, even in the face of challenges or opposition.

My great concern is not whether you have failed, b... -Abraham Lincoln

My great concern is not whether you have failed, but whether you are content with your failure.

Towering genius disdains a beaten path. It seeks r... -Abraham Lincoln

Towering genius disdains a beaten path. It seeks regions hitherto unexplored.

Ballots are the rightful and peaceful successors t... -Abraham Lincoln

Ballots are the rightful and peaceful successors to bullets.

It is rather for us here dedicated to the great task remaining before us, that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion.

Whenever I hear anyone arguing for slavery, I feel a strong impulse to see it tried on him personally.

If the people of Utah shall peacefully form a State Constitution tolerating polygamy, will the Democracy admit them into the Union?

I hope to stand firm enough to not go backward, and yet not go forward fast enough to wreck the country's cause.

That some achieve great success, is proof to all t... -Abraham Lincoln

That some achieve great success, is proof to all that others can achieve it as well.

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This quote conveys the idea that the accomplishments of certain individuals serve as evidence or inspiration for others to believe in their own potential for achieving greatness. It suggests that success achieved by some serves as a testament to the possibility of success for others.

I hold that while man exists, it is his duty to improve not only his own condition, but to assist in ameliorating mankind.

If I were two-faced, would I be wearing this one?

Labor is prior to, and independent of, capital. Capital is only the fruit of labor, and could never have existed if labor had not first existed. Labor is the superior of capital, and deserves much the higher consideration.

Stand with anybody that stands right, stand with him while he is right and part with him when he goes wrong.

Sir, my concern is not whether God is on our side; my greatest concern is to be on God's side, for God is always right.

Whatever woman may cast her lot with mine, should any ever do so, it is my intention to do all in my power to make her happy and contented; and there is nothing I can imagine that would make me more unhappy than to fail in the effort.

Abraham Lincoln Quotes

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