It is a wonderful thing to both give and receive forgiveness. It is also a necessary ingredient for us to live a life full of power and grace. Grace in the sense that the measure of forgiveness we extend to others will be extended back to us. Because of this, we must learn how to both give and receive this treasure.
Forgiveness is not only important in human terms but forgiveness is a great part of the teachings of God. It was the key ingredient in the Gospel as Jesus taught over and over to forgive one another. The Bible says;
“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” – Matthew 6:14
This scripture tells of the importance of forgiveness not only for others but for our own wellbeing. When we forgive others this blessing finds overflow in our lives.
In this blog, I have compiled 50 quotes from popular authors, philosophers and public figures. I hope that they will bless your life and you will share them with others.
Here are 50 forgiveness quotes from various authors, philosophers, and public figures
1. "Forgiveness is the fragrance that the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it." - Mark Twain
2. "The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong."
3. "To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you."
4. "Forgiveness does not change the past, but it does enlarge the future."
5. "Forgiveness is the final form of love."
6. "Forgive others, not because they deserve forgiveness, but because you deserve peace."
7. "The practice of forgiveness is our most important contribution to the healing of the world."
8. Forgiveness is the key to action and freedom
9. "Forgiveness is not an occasional act; it is a constant attitude."
10. "Forgive yourself for your faults and your mistakes and move on."
11. "The glory of Christianity is to conquer by forgiveness."
12. "Forgiveness is the key to action and freedom."
13. "To understand is to forgive, even oneself."
14. "Without forgiveness, there's no future."
15. "The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is an attribute of the strong."
16. "Forgiveness is not something we do for other people. It's something we do for ourselves."
17. "Forgive those who have hurt you."
18. "Forgiveness is a reflection of loving yourself enough to move on."
19. "Forgiveness is a gift you give yourself
20. "Forgiveness is the key to action and freedom."
21. "Forgiveness is a virtue of the brave."
22. "Forgiveness is the healing of wounds caused by another. You choose to let go of a past wrong and no longer be hurt by it."
23. "To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you."
24. "The first to apologize is the bravest. The first to forgive is the strongest. The first to forget is the happiest."
25. "When you forgive, you in no way change the past—but you sure do change the future."
26. "The heart of a mother is a deep abyss at the bottom of which you will always find forgiveness."
27. "To err is human, to forgive, divine."
28. "Forgiveness is not always easy. At times, it feels more painful than the wound we suffered, to forgive the one that inflicted it. And yet, there is no peace without forgiveness."
29. "Forgiveness is not about forgetting. It is about letting go of another person's throat."
30. "The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong."
31. "Forgiveness is the key to action and freedom."
32. "The glory of Christianity is to conquer by forgiveness."
33. "Forgiveness is the key to action and freedom."
34. "Without forgiveness, there's no future."
35. "The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is an attribute of the strong."
36. "Forgiveness is not something we do for other people. It's something we do for ourselves."
37. "Forgive those who have hurt you."
38. "Forgiveness is a reflection of loving yourself enough to move on."
39. "Forgiveness is a gift you give yourself."
40. "Forgiveness is the key to action and freedom."
41. "Forgiveness is a virtue of the brave."
42. Forgiveness is the healing of wounds caused by another. You choose to let go of a past wrong and no longer be hurt by it.
43. "To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you."
44. "The first to apologize is the bravest. The first to forgive is the strongest. The first to forget is the happiest."
45. "When you forgive, you in no way change the past—but you sure do change the future."
46. "The heart of a mother is a deep abyss at the bottom of which you will always find forgiveness."
47. "To err is human, to forgive, divine."
48. "Forgiveness is not always easy. At times, it feels more painful than the wound we suffered, to forgive the one that inflicted it. And yet, there is no peace without forgiveness."
49. "Forgiveness is not about forgetting. It is about letting go of another person's throat."
50. "The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong."
Conclusion
These quotes reflect the importance of forgiveness in personal growth, healing, and peace. Forgiveness is necessary if you want to proceed. Due to this, we must seek to forgive by all means necessary. This will not only set us free, but it will also set us sailing. God Bless you!
