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He who forgiveth, and is reconciled unto his enemy, shall…

“He who forgiveth, and is reconciled unto his enemy, shall receive his reward from God; for he loveth not the unjust doers.” quote by Thomas Szasz
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“He who forgiveth, and is reconciled unto his enemy, shall receive his reward from God; for he loveth not the unjust doers.”

Thomas Szasz

About This Quote

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

Forgiving enemies and reconciling with them yields divine reward, unlike loving the unjust.

In simple terms: Forgiveness brings divine reward, not love for the unjust.

Key Takeaway

Practice forgiveness toward adversaries.

Themes

forgiveness reconciliation spirituality

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • personal relationships
  • restorative justice

Key Concepts

ethical philosophy theology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What steps help you forgive?
  • Can reconciliation be achieved without justice?
A Different Perspective

Forgiveness can be emotionally taxing.

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