Hope Quote by Thomas Freiling
““clergyman who expressed the hope that the “Lord was on our side.” Lincoln responded, “I am not at all concerned about that, for I know that the Lord is always on the side of the right. But it is my constant anxiety and prayer that I and this nation should be on the Lord’s side.” How””
About This Quote
Source Historical Speech: Abraham Lincoln, 1862
Lincoln asserts that divine right aligns with moral righteousness, emphasizing prayer and hope.
In simple terms: Lincoln ties God’s side to moral right.
Key Takeaway
Seek moral guidance through faith.
Themes
faith
morality
leadership
hope
history
Mood
hopeful
solemn
historical
Type
Hope:1
Lincoln:1
Prayer:1
Lincoln Responded:1
Lord Right:1
Clergyman Expressed:1
Lord Lincoln:0
When to use this quote
- public speeches
- political campaigns
- educational curricula
- interfaith dialogue
- ethical leadership
Key Concepts
theology
political science
history
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith influence political decisions?
- What if moral right is secular?
A Different Perspective
Not all share same faith; secular views differ.
