Believe Quote by Abraham Lincoln
“We cannot but believe that He who made the world still governs it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Gettysburg Address, 1863
He believes that a divine creator continues to oversee the universe despite human ignorance.
In simple terms: A higher power still governs everything.
Key Takeaway
Trust in a higher order.
Themes
faith
divine
order
trust
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- decision making
- ethical dilemmas
- leadership
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
theism
philosophy
cosmology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does belief in divine governance affect daily choices?
- Can faith coexist with scientific understanding?
A Different Perspective
May conflict with secular perspectives.
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