Quotes by Abraham Lincoln
A collection of some of the best quotes by Abraham Lincoln, widely considered by both scholars and the public as among the greatest U.S. presidents. These quotes by Lincoln have served as a source of inspiration for millions not just in America but around the world.
Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.
~ Abraham LincolnAn old Dutch farmer, who remarked to a companion once that it was not best to swap horses when crossing a stream.
~ Abraham LincolnAnd in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years.
~ Abraham LincolnAvoid popularity if you would have peace.
~ Abraham LincolnBetter to remain silent and be thought a fool than to speak out and remove all doubt.
~ Abraham LincolnCharacter is like a tree and reputation like a shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing.
~ Abraham LincolnDetermine that the thing can and shall be done, and then we shall find the way.
~ Abraham LincolnForce is all-conquering, but its victories are short-lived.
~ Abraham LincolnI remember my mother's prayers and they have always followed me. They have clung to me all my life.
~ Abraham LincolnI walk slowly, but I never walk backward
~ Abraham LincolnIf I had eight hours to chop down a tree, I'd spend six hours sharpening my ax
~ Abraham LincolnIf there is anything that a man can do well, I say let him do it. Give him a chance.
~ Abraham LincolnNearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.
~ Abraham LincolnTruth is generally the best vindication against slander.
~ Abraham LincolnWill springs from the two elements of moral sense and self interest
~ Abraham LincolnWith the catching ends the pleasure of the chase
~ Abraham LincolnYou cannot build character and courage by taking away man's initiative and independence.
~ Abraham LincolnYou cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today.
~ Abraham Lincoln
