What was Lincoln alluding to (using an Allusion) when he wrote, "It may seem strange that any men should dare to ask a just God's assistance in wringing their bread from the sweat of other men's faces ..." in his speech?

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Adelyn Shepherd

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5 December, 07:59

What was Lincoln alluding to (using an Allusion) when he wrote, "It may seem strange that any men should dare to ask a just God's assistance in wringing their bread from the sweat of other men's faces ..." in his speech?

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Abdiel Oconnor · Answer 1

I believe he is alluding to the slavery of the nation. that the slave handlers would pray for their wealth and everything else while it is only coming from the sweat and hard work of the slaves