Skip to content

Best gift Quote by Abraham Lincoln

“In regards to this great Book [the Bible], I have but to say it is the best gift God has given to man. All the good the Savior gave to the world was communicated through this Book. But for it we could not know right from wrong. All things most desirable for man's welfare, here and hereafter, are…” quote by Abraham Lincoln
Download Open image
“In regards to this great Book [the Bible], I have but to say it is the best gift God has given to man. All the good the Savior gave to the world was communicated through this Book. But for it we could not know right from wrong. All things most desirable for man's welfare, here and hereafter, are found portrayed in it.”

Abraham Lincoln

About This Quote

Source Speech: Gettysburg Address, 1863 (paraphrased)

The Bible is presented as humanity’s greatest gift, containing moral guidance and the path to welfare, yet it alone cannot teach right from wrong.

In simple terms: The Bible offers moral guidance but isn’t a sole source of ethics.

Key Takeaway

Seek moral insight from multiple sources.

Themes

faith ethics guidance wisdom

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • community building
  • education
  • interfaith dialogue

Key Concepts

theology moral philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What role should scripture play in modern ethics?
  • How can we balance faith with reason?
A Different Perspective

Religious texts may conflict with secular ethics.

4.6 out of 5 (4 ratings)

More by Abraham Lincoln

Explore all 1,438 Abraham Lincoln quotes

More Best gift quotes

Browse all 263 Best gift quotes