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.

Selfishness must always be forgiven you know, because there is no hope of a cure.

Forgiveness is a funny thing. It warms the heart and cools the sting.

Forgiveness is the final form of love.

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

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

God pardons like a mother, who kisses the offense into everlasting forgiveness.

God pardons like a mother, who kisses the offense into everlasting forgiveness.

Forgiveness is like faith. You have to keep reviving it.

Mistakes are always forgivable, if one has the courage to admit them.