Quote by Abraham Lincoln

In great contests each party claims to act in accordance with the will of God. Both may be, and one must be wrong.

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Summary

This quote highlights the common occurrence of opposing parties justifying their actions by evoking divine support. It suggests that in significant conflicts or competitions, both sides cannot possibly be aligned with or guided by God's will. At least one party must be mistaken in their interpretation or justification, emphasizing the subjective and interpretive nature of claims to divine sanction. In essence, the quote serves as a reminder of the fallibility of human understanding when it comes to claiming absolute moral or religious authority in contentious circumstances.

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