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Believe Quote by Graham Greene

“When I began to write our story down, I thought I was writing a record of hate, but somehow the hate has got mislaid and all I know is that in spite of her mistakes and her unreliability, she was better than most. It's just as well that one of us should believe in her: she never did in herself.” quote by Graham Greene
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“When I began to write our story down, I thought I was writing a record of hate, but somehow the hate has got mislaid and all I know is that in spite of her mistakes and her unreliability, she was better than most. It's just as well that one of us should believe in her: she never did in herself.”

Graham Greene

About This Quote

Source Novel: "The End of the Affair" by Graham Greene, 1951

Reflects on how love can transform hate into appreciation despite flaws.

In simple terms: Love can soften hate despite mistakes.

Key Takeaway

Recognize love’s redeeming power.

Themes

love redemption flaws

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • personal growth
  • forgiveness

Key Concepts

transformation human frailty

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can love truly outweigh flaws?
  • How to balance love and self‑respect?
A Different Perspective

Love may blind to serious issues.

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