Forgiveness Quote by Margaret Atwood
““Now we come to forgiveness. Don't worry about forgiving me right now. There are more important things. For instance: keep the others safe, if they are safe. Don't let them suffer too much. If they have to die, let it be fast. You might even provide a Heaven for them. We need You for that. Hell we can make for ourselves.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Oryx and Crake by Margaret Atwood, 2003
The passage prioritizes protecting others over personal forgiveness, suggesting swift, compassionate endings and self-made consequences.
In simple terms: Protect others, not seek forgiveness.
Key Takeaway
Act for others’ safety.
Themes
forgiveness
protection
mortality
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- war zones
- medical triage
- pandemic response
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
Ethics of sacrifice
utilitarianism
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it right to end suffering quickly?
- Who decides what is “fast”?
A Different Perspective
May overlook individual suffering for the greater good.
