Forgiveness is the fragrance the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it.

Forgiveness is the fragrance the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it.

He who forgives readily only invites offense.
[Fr., Qui pardonne aisement invite a l'offenser.]

He who forgives readily only invites offense.
[Fr., Qui pardonne aisement invite a l'offenser.]

I can forgive, but I cannot forget, is only another way of saying, I will not forgive. Forgiveness ought to read more

I can forgive, but I cannot forget, is only another way of saying, I will not forgive. Forgiveness ought to be like a cancelled note--torn in two, and burned up, so that it never can be shown against one.

Forgiveness is better than revenge.

Forgiveness is better than revenge.

To forgive is the highest, most beautiful form of love. In return, you will receive untold peace and happiness.

To forgive is the highest, most beautiful form of love. In return, you will receive untold peace and happiness.

Only the brave know how to forgive; it is the most refined and generous pitch of virtue human nature can read more

Only the brave know how to forgive; it is the most refined and generous pitch of virtue human nature can arrive at.

Any story about revenge is ultimately a story about forgiveness, redemption, or the futility of revenge.

Any story about revenge is ultimately a story about forgiveness, redemption, or the futility of revenge.

You can't undo anything you've already done, but you can face up to it. You can tell the truth. You read more

You can't undo anything you've already done, but you can face up to it. You can tell the truth. You can seek forgiveness. And then let God do the rest.

People can be more forgiving than you can imagine. But you have to forgive yourself. Let go of what's bitter read more

People can be more forgiving than you can imagine. But you have to forgive yourself. Let go of what's bitter and move on.