Confess Quote by Madeleine L'Engle
““If I do wrong, I may do it unwittingly, thinking I am doing something for the best; but if it turns out to be wrong, I have done it, and I must bear the responsibility. It is not somebody else’s or something else’s fault. If it is I am less than human. Like everybody else, I tend to rationalize and alibi, before I let myself admit, “Yes, I did this. I am sorry. I will do what I can to make reparation.” Our sins defeat us unless we are willing to recognize them, confess them, and become healed and whole and holy—not qualified, mind you; just holy.””
About This Quote
Source Book: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle, 1962
Taking responsibility for one's actions, admitting mistakes, and seeking forgiveness as a path to personal wholeness.
In simple terms: Own mistakes and seek repair.
Key Takeaway
Accept responsibility.
Themes
ethics
accountability
growth
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- leadership decisions
- conflict resolution
- therapy sessions
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
psychology
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What prevents honest confession?
- How does forgiveness restore integrity?
A Different Perspective
Self‑deception can block accountability.
