Quote by Harry Emerson Fosdick

Bitterness imprisons life; love releases it.

Bitterness imprisons life; love releases it.

Summary

This quote suggests that harboring bitterness and negative emotions can restrict and confine one's life experiences. It implies that love, on the other hand, has the power to set individuals free from this emotional imprisonment. Love helps individuals let go of bitterness and resentments, allowing them to lead a more liberated and fulfilling life. By cultivating love and forgiveness, one can break free from the constraints of negativity and embrace the beauty and opportunities that life has to offer.

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By Harry Emerson Fosdick

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