Quote by Joseph Joubert

Remorse is the punishment of crime; repentance, its expiation. The former appertains to a tormented conscience; the latter to a soul changed for the better.

Remorse is the punishment of crime; repentance, its expiatio

Summary

This quote by Horace Mann highlights the distinction between remorse and repentance in the context of crime. It suggests that remorse serves as a form of punishment, as it torments the conscience of an individual who has committed a wrongdoing. On the other hand, repentance is described as the act of atoning for the crime, representing a genuine change of heart and a transformation of the individual's character for the better. In essence, remorse relates to feelings of guilt and anguish, while repentance implies actively working towards redemption.

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Regret & Remorse

By Joseph Joubert

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