Quote by Ambrose Bierce

To apologize is to lay the foundation for a future offense.

To apologize is to lay the foundation for a future offense.

Summary

This quote suggests that when someone apologizes for their actions, it opens the door for them to repeat the same offense in the future. By acknowledging their wrongdoing and expressing remorse, they establish a precedent that allows for forgiveness and reconciliation. However, it also implies that apologizing does not guarantee a permanent change in behavior and that the individual may be more prone to committing similar offenses again in the future. Ultimately, it reminds us that apologies alone are not enough to avoid repeating the same mistakes.

Topics

Forgiveness

By Ambrose Bierce

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