Forgive Quote by William Shakespeare
“The pow'r I have on you is to spare you / The malice towards you, to forgive you. Posthumus”
About This Quote
Source Play: Cymbeline, William Shakespeare, 1611
Power over another can be used to protect them, while malice can be transformed into forgiveness.
In simple terms: Authority can protect; malice can become forgiveness.
Key Takeaway
Use influence wisely, offer forgiveness.
Themes
power
forgiveness
relationships
Mood
reflective
dramatic
Type
literary
dramatic
When to use this quote
- family conflict
- political leadership
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Authority
malice
redemption
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you wield power to protect?
- Can malice ever be fully forgiven?
A Different Perspective
Forgiveness may not always be possible or appropriate.
