Forgiveness Quote by Margaret Atwood
““Forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. I refuse to say this. If it means I will have to forgive Mrs. Smeath or else go to Hell when I die, I'm ready to go. Jesus must have known how hard it is to forgive, that was why he put this in. He was always putting in things that were impossible to do really, such as giving away all your money.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Handmaid’s Tale, Margaret Atwood, 1985
Forgiveness is portrayed as a daunting, often impossible moral demand.
In simple terms: Forgiveness is hard.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge the difficulty of forgiveness.
Themes
morality
forgiveness
religion
Mood
somber
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
- counseling
- justice
Key Concepts
ethical dilemmas
human frailty
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you need to forgive?
- Is forgiveness always necessary?
A Different Perspective
Forgiveness may feel unattainable for deep wounds.
