Enemy Quote by Abraham Lincoln
“I do not think I could myself, be brought to support a man for office, whom I knew to be an open enemy of, and scoffer at, religion.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Personal correspondence, 1862
Lincoln refuses to support a political opponent who opposes his religious beliefs.
In simple terms: Refuses to support a political foe with opposing religion.
Key Takeaway
Stand by personal convictions.
Themes
politics
religion
integrity
principles
Mood
principled
stern
Type
ethical
historical
When to use this quote
- government
- faith communities
- public office
Key Concepts
ethical leadership
moral stance
Questions to Reflect On
- When should personal belief override political duty?
- Can one separate faith from governance?
A Different Perspective
Political compromise may be necessary.
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