Abraham Lincoln

The fiery trials through which we pass will light us down in honor or dishonor to the latest generation.

Abraham Lincoln

The fight must go on. The cause of civil liberty must not be surrendered at the end of one, or even one hundred defeats.

Abraham Lincoln

The government will support you to the utmost of its ability, which is neither more nor less than it has done and will do for allcommanders.

Abraham Lincoln

The greatest fine art of the future will be the making of a comfortable living from a small piece of land.

Abraham Lincoln

The highest art is always the most religious, and the greatest artist is always a devout person.

Abraham Lincoln

The judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether.

Abraham Lincoln

The lady – bearer of this – says she has two sons who want to work. Set them at it, if possible. Wanting to work is so rare a merit, that it should be encouraged.

Abraham Lincoln

The land-grant university system is being built on behalf of the people, who have invested in these public universities their hopes, their support, and their confidence.

Abraham Lincoln

The larger the island of knowledge the longer the shore line of wonder. Wonder rather than doubt is the root of knowledge.

Abraham Lincoln

The leading rule for the lawyer, as for the man of every other calling, is diligence. Leave nothing for to-morrow which can be done to-day.

Abraham Lincoln