Quote by Henry Miller

Remorse is impotence, it will sin again. Only repentance is strong, it can end everything.

Remorse is impotence, it will sin again. Only repentance is

Summary

This quote suggests that feeling remorse alone is not enough to change one's actions. Remorse is portrayed as a powerless feeling that lacks the ability to prevent someone from committing the same sin again. In contrast, the quote emphasizes the importance of repentance, describing it as a stronger force that has the potential to bring an end to wrongdoing. Repentance implies a genuine acknowledgment of one's mistakes and a sincere desire to change and make amends, contrasting with the passive nature of remorse.

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Forgiveness

By Henry Miller

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