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.

Without forgiveness life is governed by... an endless cycle of resentment and retaliation.

The ability to forgive is one of man's greatest achievements.

Humanity is never so beautiful as when praying for forgiveness, or else forgiving another.

Forgiveness is a virtue of the brave.

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

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

Reversing your treatment of the man you have wronged is better than asking his forgiveness.

If there is something to pardon in everything, there is also something to condemn.

Humanity is never so beautiful as when praying for forgiveness, or else forgiving another.