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

This quote highlights the human desire for recognition and respect from others. The author asserts that their primary ambition is to be genuinely esteemed by their fellow human beings. They value the opinions and regard of others and aim to conduct themselves in a way that earns them this appreciation. It suggests that gaining the genuine respect and esteem of others is of utmost importance to their sense of self-worth and purpose.

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By Abraham Lincoln

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