I am like a man so busy in letting rooms in one end of his house, that he can't stop to put out the fire that is burning the other.
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The mystic cords of memory, stretching from every battlefield and patriot grave to every living heart and hearthstone, all over this broad land, will yet swell the chorus of the Union, when again touched, as surely they will be, by the angels of our nature.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the deep connections between memory, sacrifice, and unity in a nation.
Abraham Lincoln's quote reflects on the profound ties that bind a nation together through its history of struggle and sacrifice. The 'mystic cords of memory' suggest that the memories of those who fought and died for their country resonate deeply within the living, reminding them of their shared identity and responsibilities. Lincoln conveys the hope that these memories will inspire future generations to come together and uphold the values of unity and compassion.
Themes
MemoryUnitySacrificeNaturePatriotism
In practice
Example use cases
During a memorial service, this quote could be used to honor those who have served in the military.
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