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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... present ' with me ; but that I intend to read it regularly when I return home . I doubt not that it is really , as she says , the best cure for the ' Blues ' could one but take it according to the truth . " 18 Many years later , in the ...
... present and prospec- tive action . " Here is no suggestion of vindictiveness toward the people of the Confederacy and not one judgmental line . In this first " National Fast Day , " the emphasis was upon personal con- trition rather ...
... present were clergymen . For the ecumenical President there was an ecumeni- cal funeral service of genuine dignity . Chief among the partici- pants were Dr. C. H. Hall , rector of the Church of the Epiphany , Bishop Matthew Simpson of ...
Contents
The Spiritual Pilgrimage of Abraham Lincoln | 3 |
The Agonizing Interlude | 26 |
Lincoln and the Bible | 48 |
Copyright | |
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