Quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld

We pardon to the extent that we love.

We pardon to the extent that we love.

Summary

This quote suggests that our willingness to pardon or forgive someone is directly tied to the amount of love we have for them. It implies that forgiveness requires a certain level of empathy and compassion, which are manifestations of love. The quote emphasizes that the capacity to pardon is not an isolated act but is influenced by the depth of our emotional connection to someone. Ultimately, the more love we have for someone, the more likely we are to show forgiveness and understanding towards them for their mistakes or wrongdoings.

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Forgiveness

By Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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