Aids Quote by Abraham Lincoln
“Both read the same Bible, and pray to the same God; and each invokes His aid against the other. It may seem strange that any men should dare to ask a just God's assistance in wringing their bread from the sweat of other men's faces; but let us judge not that we be not judged. The prayers of both could not be answered; that of neither has been answered fully.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Gettysburg Address, 1863
The quote points out the paradox of shared scripture and prayer used to justify conflict, urging humility and recognizing that divine aid is not guaranteed for any side.
In simple terms: People use the same Bible to fight each other, yet God may not answer either side.
Key Takeaway
Seek common ground beyond religious justification.
Themes
conflict
religion
humility
justice
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- interfaith dialogue
- conflict resolution
- personal reflection
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
interpretation of sacred texts
moral relativism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this say about the use of religion in war?
- Can true empathy replace prayer for victory?
A Different Perspective
It assumes a monolithic view of God that may not hold for all faiths.
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