Difficult Quote by Abraham Lincoln
“I go to assume a task more difficult than that which devolved upon Washington. Unless the great God, who assisted him, shall be with me and aid me, I must fail; but if the same omniscient mind and almighty arm that directed and protected him shall guide and support me, I shall not fail - I shall succeed.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letter to John Hay, 1862
Lincoln expresses reliance on divine guidance to overcome daunting tasks, believing success depends on God's support.
In simple terms: Success hinges on God's help.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine guidance.
Themes
faith
leadership
divine providence
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
historical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political decision making
- military strategy
- personal challenges
- public service
Key Concepts
theism
trust
dependence
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you rely on higher power for difficult tasks?
- How does faith influence your perseverance?
A Different Perspective
If divine aid is absent, failure may still occur.
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