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Biblical References In Abraham Lincoln's Political Career

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Although in the beginning of his political career, Lincoln was not a particularly religious man, he integrates biblical references, allusion and scriptural quotes to address political issues. Many Historians and scholars have pondered the Lincoln's spiritual and religious affiliation. Harry Stout has written that Lincoln grew steadily more spiritual during the Civil War and that “along with spirituality came a sort of mystical fatalism.” Lincoln once said “Americans believe in Chosen people.” Lincoln compares the founding of America to the founding of Israel. He believes that the founding is truly inspired by the Hebraic story. Perhaps he saw the American people as the chosen nation, however, a nation that can only be “chosen” if they stay
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