To forgive isn't endorsing what happened. It is choosing…
““To forgive isn't endorsing what happened. It is choosing to rise above it.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Choosing forgiveness means not approving the act but elevating oneself above it.
In simple terms: Forgiveness is rising above the hurt.
Rise above, don’t condone.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal healing
- relationship repair
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does rising above look like for you?
- Can you separate the act from the actor?
Forgiveness may be seen as excusing the offender.