Bad man Quote by Saint Augustine
“If you are suffering from a bad man's injustice, forgive him lest there be two bad men.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: On Forgiveness, 400 AD
Advocating forgiveness to prevent perpetuating injustice and creating more wrongdoers.
In simple terms: Forgiving stops the cycle of badness.
Key Takeaway
Choose forgiveness to break the cycle.
Themes
morality
forgiveness
justice
ethics
Mood
solemn
inspirational
Type
religious
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- legal mediation
- community leadership
Key Concepts
theology
virtue ethics
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- What does forgiveness mean to you?
- When is forgiveness appropriate?
A Different Perspective
Forgiveness may feel unjust to victims.
