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“Forgiving is forgetting, in spite of remembering.” quote by Dag Hammarskjold
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“Forgiving is forgetting, in spite of remembering.”

Dag Hammarskjold

About This Quote

Source Speech: Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance, 1961

Forgiveness involves choosing to let go of resentment while still remembering the lesson learned.

In simple terms: Let go of resentment, keep the lesson.

Key Takeaway

Practice compassionate memory.

Themes

forgiveness memory compassion

Mood

reflective empathetic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal conflict resolution
  • family disputes
  • historical reconciliation
  • self‑healing

Key Concepts

psychology ethical living

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you remember without resentment?
  • When is forgiveness necessary?
A Different Perspective

Forgiveness can be emotionally taxing and may not erase pain.

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