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Forgiveness Quote by Honore de Balzac

“Le coeur d'une me' re est un ab|"me au fond duquel se trouve toujours un pardon. A mother'sheart isanabyss atthebottomof whichthere is always forgiveness.” quote by Honore de Balzac
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“Le coeur d'une me' re est un ab|"me au fond duquel se trouve toujours un pardon. A mother'sheart isanabyss atthebottomof whichthere is always forgiveness.”

Honore de Balzac

About This Quote

Source Novel: Le Père Goriot, 1835 (paraphrased)

A mother’s love is a deep abyss that always contains forgiveness.

In simple terms: A mother’s love always forgives.

Key Takeaway

Trust in maternal forgiveness.

Themes

love forgiveness family

Mood

tender reflective

Type

philosophical emotional

When to use this quote

  • family conflict
  • parental support
  • emotional healing

Key Concepts

unconditional love maternal bond depth of emotion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does unconditional love affect healing?
  • When is forgiveness insufficient?
A Different Perspective

Forgiveness may not resolve all hurt.

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