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Quote By Abraham Lincoln
That I am not a member of any Christian church is true; but I have never denied the truth of the Scriptures, and I have never spoken with intentional disrespect of religion in general, or of any denomination of Christians in particular.
16th President of the United States and Emancipator of Slaves.
Born: February 12, 1809
Died: April 15, 1865
Abraham Lincoln, the 16th U.S. President, led the nation through the Civil War and abolished slavery with the Emancipation Proclamation. Assassinated in 1865, his legacy endures in American history and civil rights.
Explanation Of The Quote
Abraham Lincoln clarifies his religious beliefs and principles while affirming respect for religious teachings and traditions. He asserts his personal faith in the integrity of religious scriptures and professes tolerance toward diverse religious practices. Lincoln's quote reflects his commitment to religious freedom and mutual respect among different faith communities. It underscores his belief in the ethical foundations shared across religious denominations and his inclusive approach to moral governance.
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You may think it was a very little thing, and in these days it seems to me like a trifle, but it was a most important incident in my life. I could scarcely credit that I, the poor boy, had earned a dollar in less than a day; that by honest work, I had earned a dollar. I was a more hopeful and thoughtful boy from that time.