I think the first step is to understand that forgiveness does not exonerate the perpetrator. Forgiveness liberates the victim. It's a gift you give yourself.

Forgive many things in others nothing in yourself.

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

The public is wonderfully tolerant. It forgives everything except genius.

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

Acceptance and tolerance and forgiveness, those are life-altering lessons.

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

The fact is there is forgiveness for those who seek God. And I believe in the power of redemption.

Forgiveness is an act of the will, and the will can function regardless of the temperature of the heart.

Forgiveness is indifference. Forgiveness is impossible while love lasts.