Quote by John Green

He was gone and did not have time to tell him what I had just now realized: that I forgave him, and that she forgave us, and that we had to forgive to survive in the labyrinth.

He was gone and did not have time to tell him what I had jus

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This quote highlights the importance of forgiveness in order to move on and survive difficult situations. The speaker deeply regrets not being able to express their forgiveness to someone who has already passed away. They come to a realization that forgiveness is not just limited to that person, but also extends to themselves and others involved. By emphasizing the need to forgive, the quote suggests that forgiveness is necessary for personal and collective survival, especially in the midst of life's complex and confusing challenges.

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Life Forgiveness Inspirational

By John Green

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