Quote by Ambrose Bierce

Forgetfulness - a gift of God bestowed upon debtors in compensation for their destitution of conscience.

Forgetfulness - a gift of God bestowed upon debtors in compe

Summary

This quote suggests that forgetfulness is a divine blessing given to those who are in debt, as it allows them to avoid the guilt and burden of their predicament. It implies that forgetting about their debts helps debtors to alleviate their troubled conscience, serving as a form of compensation for their financial destitution. However, the quote also implies a negative view of forgetfulness, perhaps indicating that it can be a tool for denial or evasion of responsibility, rather than a genuine resolution to one's troubles.

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By Ambrose Bierce

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