Bread Quote by Abraham Lincoln
“It is the eternal struggle between these two principles - right and wrong. They are the two principles that have stood face to face from the beginning of time and will ever continue to struggle. It is the same spirit that says, "You work and toil and earn bread, and I'll eat it."”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Nation, 1863
Lincoln frames morality as a perpetual conflict between right and wrong, likening it to a constant struggle over resources.
In simple terms: Right and wrong are always battling each other.
Key Takeaway
Recognize moral choices and act with integrity.
Themes
morality
conflict
justice
human nature
economics
Mood
serious
inspirational
Type
historical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legal decisions
- business ethics
- personal dilemmas
Key Concepts
ethics
philosophy
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines “right” in your context?
- How do you balance personal gain with ethical duty?
A Different Perspective
Moral battles can be ambiguous and complex.
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