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Forgiven Quote by Paulo Coelho

“Do you see this woman? I entered your house; you gave me no water for my feet, but she has wet my feet with her tears and wiped them with her hair. You gave me no kiss, but from the time I came in she has not ceased to kiss my feet. You did not anoint my head with oil, but she has anointed my feet…” quote by Paulo Coelho
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““Do you see this woman? I entered your house; you gave me no water for my feet, but she has wet my feet with her tears and wiped them with her hair. You gave me no kiss, but from the time I came in she has not ceased to kiss my feet. You did not anoint my head with oil, but she has anointed my feet with ointment. Therefore I tell you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven—for she loved much. But he who is forgiven little, loves little.””

Paulo Coelho

About This Quote

Source Parable: The Gospel of Luke, Chapter 7, Verse 36-50

A woman’s humble love and service demonstrate that deep love leads to forgiveness, unlike those who love little.

In simple terms: Love shown through humble service leads to forgiveness.

Key Takeaway

Show love through humble actions.

Themes

forgiveness love humility service

Mood

contemplative spiritual

Type

religious inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • church teachings
  • conflict resolution
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

grace repentance spiritual insight human compassion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you express love in everyday life?
  • What does forgiveness mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Acts of love can be misinterpreted as mere ritual.

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