Question

How does Lincoln's interpretation of the war humble both victorious Northerners and defeated Southerners? Why is this useful given the historical context in March 1865

Answer 1

He said that God judges both groups. This is important because it implies that God connects both halves of the nation, and Lincoln, in March 1865, was looking to begin reconstruction and destabilize the country.  So it was sort of a  movement for them.