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I do, therefore, invite my fellow citizens . . . to set…

“I do, therefore, invite my fellow citizens . . . to set apart and observe the last Thursday of November next, as a day of Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the Heavens.” quote by Abraham Lincoln
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“I do, therefore, invite my fellow citizens . . . to set apart and observe the last Thursday of November next, as a day of Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the Heavens.”

Abraham Lincoln

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A day of gratitude and praise to God, set aside annually.

In simple terms: Give thanks each year.

Key Takeaway

Observe a Thanksgiving day.

Themes

gratitude faith community

Mood

celebratory solemn

Type

cultural spiritual

When to use this quote

  • family gatherings
  • public ceremonies
  • personal reflection
  • church services

Key Concepts

civic tradition religious observance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you express gratitude?
  • What traditions reinforce your faith?
A Different Perspective

Modern secularism may downplay religious aspects.

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