It is often easier to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission.

It's far easier to forgive an enemy after you've got even with him.

A mistake is always forgivable, rarely excusable and always unacceptable.

The ineffable joy of forgiving and being forgiven forms an ecstasy that might well arouse the envy of the gods.

When you forgive, you in no way change the past - but you sure do change the future.

You will know that forgiveness has begun when you recall those who hurt you and feel the power to wish them well.

Forgiveness is a virtue of the brave.

God's forgiveness allows us to be honest with ourselves. We recognize our imperfections, admit our failures, and plead to God for clemency.

Forgiveness is indifference. Forgiveness is impossible while love lasts.

Love is an act of endless forgiveness, a tender look which becomes a habit.