Acting Quote by Jack Kornfield
“But forgiveness is the act of not putting anyone out of your heart, even those who are acting out of deep ignorance or out of confusion and pain.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A Path with Heart, 1997
Forgiveness means keeping someone in your heart despite their harmful actions, recognizing their ignorance or pain.
In simple terms: Forgive by holding space in your heart.
Practice unconditional compassion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal conflict
- family disputes
- trauma recovery
- relationship repair
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to keep someone in your heart?
- How can you forgive without enabling harm?
Forgiveness can be difficult when harm is severe or ongoing.