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Forgiveness Quote by Ingrid Holm-Garibay

“Revenge generates violence that deepens our wounds, but forgiveness heals them.” quote by Ingrid Holm-Garibay
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““Revenge generates violence that deepens our wounds, but forgiveness heals them.””

Ingrid Holm-Garibay

About This Quote

Source Speech: Peace conference, 2015

Violence breeds more violence, while forgiveness promotes healing.

In simple terms: Violence hurts, forgiveness heals.

Key Takeaway

Choose forgiveness over retaliation.

Themes

peace forgiveness conflict resolution

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

ethical motivational

When to use this quote

  • family dispute
  • community mediation
  • post‑war reconciliation

Key Concepts

psychology ethics social healing

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you forgiven?
  • What blocks your forgiveness?
A Different Perspective

Forgiveness can be difficult to practice.

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