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The war… was an unnecessary condition of affairs, and might have been avoided if forebearance and wisdom had been practiced on both sides.
We must expect reverses, even defeats. They are sent to teach us wisdom and prudence, to call forth greater energies, and to prevent our falling into greater disasters.
It is good that war is so horrible, or we might grow to like it.
What a cruel thing war is… to fill our hearts with hatred instead of love for our neighbors.
This war is not about slavery.
It is well that war is so terrible. We should grow too fond of it.
I cannot trust a man to control others who cannot control himself.
In all my perplexities and distresses, the Bible has never failed to give me light and strength.
Get correct views of life, and learn to see the world in its true light. It will enable you to live pleasantly, to do good, and, when summoned away, to leave without regret.
Obedience to lawful authority is the foundation of manly character.