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“With malice towards none; with charity for all…” quote by Abraham Lincoln
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“With malice towards none; with charity for all…”

Abraham Lincoln

About This Quote

Source Speech: Second Inaugural Address, Abraham Lincoln, 1865

Advocates forgiveness and universal charity, urging people to move beyond vengeance toward compassion.

In simple terms: Forgive and love everyone.

Key Takeaway

Practice universal compassion.

Themes

forgiveness compassion reconciliation

Mood

hopeful serene

Type

ethical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • post‑war healing
  • social conflict resolution
  • personal grudges

Key Concepts

moral philosophy humanism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you extend charity to your enemies?
  • What limits forgiveness?
A Different Perspective

Some may view unconditional charity as naive.

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