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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It is for us and our time...to say the right makes might.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of righteousness and moral integrity in shaping the world.
In this quote, Abraham Lincoln calls for a recognition that it is the responsibility of individuals in their time to understand that doing what is right can lead to significant power and influence. It suggests that moral actions can have a profound effect on society and underscores the notion that integrity is crucial in leadership and governance.
Themes
RighteousnessIntegrityMoralityLeadershipPower
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on social justice, one might quote Lincoln to inspire the audience to act morally.
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And having thus chosen our course, without guile, and with pure purpose, let us renew our trust in God, and go forward without fear, and with manly hearts.
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