Lincoln Quotes Search by Year 1832 1836 1837 1838 1839 1841 1842 1845 1846 1847 1848 1849 1850 1851 1852 1854 1855 1856 1857 1858 1859 1860 1861 1862 1863 1864 1865 Search by Topic Love Inspirational Freedom Politics Humor Leadership Economy Family America Famous Law Religion Tragedy Slavery Morality History Learning About Dred Scott Civil War There are currently 559 quotes in our database. Date Quote Topics Share 04/06/1860 I wish no explanation made to our enemies. What they want is a squabble and a fuss; and that they can have if we explain; and they can not have if we don't. Topics: Politics 05/21/1860 I am not wanting in the purpose, though I may fail in the strength, to maintain my freedom from bad influences. ... May the Almighty grant that the cause of truth, justice, and humanity, shall in no wise suffer at my hands. Topics: Inspirational 05/23/1860 I accept the nomination tendered me by the Convention ... Topics: Politics 06/01/1860 But fight we must, and conquer we shall, in the end. Topics: Inspirational 06/04/1860 You suggest that a visit to the place of my nativity might be pleasant to me. Indeed it would. But would it be safe? Would not the people Lynch me? Topics: 06/04/1860 It seems as if the question whether my first name is ‘Abraham’' or ‘Abram’' will never be settled. It is ‘Abraham.’ Topics: 06/26/1860 If I fail, it will be for lack of ability, and not of purpose. Topics: Inspirational 07/22/1860 I know not how to aid you, save in the assurance of one of mature age, and much severe experience, that you can not fail, if you resolutely determine, that you will not. Topics: Inspirational, Inspirational 08/04/1860 All that can be said is $Justice and fairness to all.$ Topics: Morality 08/15/1860 The people of the South have too much of good sense, and good temper, to attempt the ruin of the government ... At least, so I hope and believe. Topics: Civil War 1234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829303132333435363738394041424344454647484950515253545556