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It is difficult to make a man miserable while he feels worthy of himself and claims kindred to the great God who made him.
"It is difficult to make a man miserable while he feels worthy of himself and claims kindred to the great God who made him."— Abraham Lincoln
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Meaning of this quote
A sense of dignity and connection to something larger can resist humiliation. The statement associates resilience with self-worth.
Key takeaway:
Protect your sense of dignity during difficulty.
Origin of the quote
Lincoln’s remarks to a delegation of Black leaders, August 14, 1862.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedThe museum gives the date and wording. The wider speech promoted colonization and needs historical context; this excerpt should not stand for the entire address.
