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Forgiveness Quote by Coretta Scott King

“Hate is too great a burden to bear. It injures the hater more than it injures the hated.” quote by Coretta Scott King
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“Hate is too great a burden to bear. It injures the hater more than it injures the hated.”

Coretta Scott King

About This Quote

Source Speech: Unknown, attributed to Coretta Scott King

Hate burdens the hater more than the hated, causing self‑inflicted harm.

In simple terms: Hate hurts the one who hates.

Key Takeaway

Release hatred to heal yourself.

Themes

hate burden emotional health

Mood

reflective empathetic

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • conflict resolution
  • therapy
  • community building

Key Concepts

psychology of anger self‑damage compassion

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fuels personal hatred?
  • How can compassion replace animosity?
A Different Perspective

Letting go of hate can be difficult.

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