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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... idea of a national vocation received one of its first clear expressions . The sentence which includes the surprise twist is : " I am exceedingly anxious that this Union , the Constitution , and the liberties of the people shall be ...
... idea which actuated many of his harshest critics in his own generation , as it activates many critics even now . The crucial idea is that moral decisions are always made in the light of alternatives . Because all positions have ...
... idea in Lincoln's mind was the idea of Providence . This idea , which had grown for years , being mentioned repeatedly in the small addresses given on the journey to Washington prior to the First Inaugural , was given its fullest ...
Contents
The Spiritual Pilgrimage of Abraham Lincoln | 3 |
The Agonizing Interlude | 26 |
Lincoln and the Bible | 48 |
Copyright | |
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