Atheism Quote by Mary Todd Lincoln
“Mr. Lincoln had no hope, and no faith, in the usual acceptation of those words.”
About This Quote
Source Letter to Abraham Lincoln, 1863
Lincoln lacked hope and faith in conventional interpretations of those concepts.
In simple terms: Lincoln had no hope or faith in usual meanings.
Key Takeaway
Reexamine personal beliefs and meanings.
Themes
hope
faith
interpretation
politics
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
historical
personal
When to use this quote
- war era
- personal crisis
- public speaking
Key Concepts
existentialism
historical context
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define hope today?
- What does faith mean in your life?
A Different Perspective
Historical context may differ.
