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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... issue , of which the slavery issue was only one 34 ABRAHAM LINCOLN : THEOLOGIAN OF AMERICAN ANGUISH.
Theologian of American Anguish Elton Trueblood. issue , of which the slavery issue was only one part . This was the issue of the perpetuation of the ideal of democracy . As 1862 wore on , the sharpening of the intellectual position ...
... issue . But in case there was flagrant defiance , he determined , as we have noted earlier , to maintain a single standard and to hold clergymen accountable to the law , exactly as in the case of other men . In regard to a congregation ...
Contents
The Spiritual Pilgrimage of Abraham Lincoln | 3 |
The Agonizing Interlude | 26 |
Lincoln and the Bible | 48 |
Copyright | |
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