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.

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

Once a woman has forgiven her man, she must not reheat his sins for breakfast.

Forgiveness is the giving, and so the receiving, of life.

Forgiveness is the key to action and freedom.

Forgive many things in others nothing in yourself.

The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.

When there's that forgiveness present and compassion, it just helps you live so much easier.

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

Forgiveness is a virtue of the brave.