On the recordOctober 1, 1858
Give to him that is needy" is the Christian rule of charity; but "Take from him that is needy" is the rule of slavery.
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gutenberg.orgAbraham Lincoln: “Give to him that is needy" is the Christian rule of charity; but "Take from him that is needy" is the rule of slavery.”
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In notes for speeches, Lincoln contrasts Christian charity with the inherent injustice of slavery.
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