In very truth he was the noblest work of godan honest man.
Abraham Lincoln Quotes
Abraham Lincoln
Born: 12-02-1809 – Died: 15-04-1865
Nationality: American
Known for: President, politician, lawyer
About Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865) led the United States through its most trying period as the 16th President during the Civil War. Rising from humble roots, he was instrumental in preserving the Union and, crucially, in advancing the cause of abolishing slavery. His powerful, often quoted words, delivered with eloquence and moral clarity, continue to define American ideals of liberty and unity.
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We should be too big to take offense and too noble to give it.
Character is like a tree and reputation like a shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing.
We should be too big to take offense and too noble to give it.
Gold is good in its place; but loving, brave, patriotic men are better than gold.
"Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing."
"Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power."