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“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.” quote by Jack Kornfield
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“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.”

Jack Kornfield

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.

Key Takeaway

Practice unconditional compassion.

Themes

forgiveness compassion empathy healing

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal conflict
  • family disputes
  • trauma recovery
  • relationship repair

Key Concepts

psychology spirituality humanity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does it mean to keep someone in your heart?
  • How can you forgive without enabling harm?
A Different Perspective

Forgiveness can be difficult when harm is severe or ongoing.

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