Allow Quote by Henry B. Eyring
“It is a lie that our anger justifies our impulse to hurt or ignore our antagonists. We are to forgive to be forgiven. To wait for them to repent before we forgive and repent is to allow them to choose for us a delay which could cost us happiness here and hereafter.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Religious Talk, 2020
Forgiveness should not be delayed for others' repentance; it frees us.
In simple terms: Forgive without waiting for others.
Key Takeaway
Practice unconditional forgiveness.
Themes
forgiveness
patience
spirituality
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- relationship repair
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
redemption
self‑release
Questions to Reflect On
- What does forgiveness mean to you?
- How can we balance forgiveness with self‑protection?
A Different Perspective
Forgiving too quickly may ignore genuine harm.
