Abraham Lincoln: Theologian of American AnguishMany writers have explored Lincoln's leadership; others have debated Lincoln's ambiguous religious identity. But in this classic work, Christian philosopher and statesman Elton Trueblood reveals how Lincoln's leadership skills flowed directly from his religious convictions—which explains how the president was able to combine what few leaders can hold together: moral resoluteness with a shrewd ability to compromise; confidence in his cause while refusing to succumb to the traps of self-righteousness or triumphalism; and a commitment to victory while never losing sight of his responsibility for—or the humanity of—his enemy. These rich meditations offer deep wisdom and insight on one of the most effective leaders of all time. |
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... White House made a lasting difference . This was Dr. Francis Vinton , rector of Trinity Church , New York . The insight which Dr. Smith had given the Lincolns in Springfield twelve years before was reaffirmed and made more intelligible ...
... White House , where they were at once introduced into the private apartment of Presi- dent Lincoln . . . . Deep thoughtfulness and intense anxiety marked his countenance , and created involuntary sympathy for 24. This aspect of the ...
... White House . It has been reported that Lincoln had made ar- rangements to become a member officially on Easter Day , and that , apart from his assassination , he would have taken this step . Though this is possible , we have no way of ...
Contents
The Spiritual Pilgrimage of Abraham Lincoln | 3 |
The Agonizing Interlude | 26 |
Lincoln and the Bible | 48 |
Copyright | |
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