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I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice.
"I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice."— Abraham Lincoln
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Meaning of this quote
Mercy is presented as capable of producing better consequences than rigid punishment. The remark supports considering rehabilitation and context in judgment.
Key takeaway:
Consider whether compassion can serve justice constructively.
Origin of the quote
Joseph Gillespie’s recollection of an 1864 Lincoln conversation, published in 1882.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedThe quotation reference identifies a retrospective personal recollection. It should not be presented as a verified 1865 public speech.
