Quote by Abraham Lincoln

Every man is said to have his peculiar ambition. Whether it be true or not, I can say for one that I have no other so great as that of being truly esteemed of my fellow men, by rendering myself worthy of their esteem.

Every man is said to have his peculiar ambition. Whether it

Summary

The quote suggests that every person has their own unique ambition. While the veracity of this claim may be up for debate, the speaker confidently expresses their greatest desire: to be highly regarded and respected by others. They strive to earn and maintain the esteem of their fellow human beings through their actions and achievements, ultimately aiming to prove themselves worthy of admiration and recognition.

By Abraham Lincoln

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