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Scarcely any law of our Redeemer is more openly…

“Scarcely any law of our Redeemer is more openly transgressed, or more industriously evaded, than that by which he commands his followers to forgive injuries. Samuel” quote by Lyndon B. Johnson
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“Scarcely any law of our Redeemer is more openly transgressed, or more industriously evaded, than that by which he commands his followers to forgive injuries. Samuel”

Lyndon B. Johnson

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

People often ignore the command to forgive, treating it as a loophole rather than a moral duty.

In simple terms: Forgiveness is often avoided.

Key Takeaway

Practice forgiving even when hard.

Themes

forgiveness morality religion

Mood

reflective serious

Type

ethical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • family conflict
  • legal disputes
  • personal grievances
  • community reconciliation

Key Concepts

ethical duty spiritual discipline

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we resist forgiving?
  • How does forgiveness benefit the forgiver?
A Different Perspective

Forgiveness can feel like condoning wrongdoing.

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