We all make mistakes. Some of them are relatively minor and are great learning experiences. Others are heinous and offensive and reflect bad judgement as well as bad character. No, I’m not writing with a guilty conscience this morning. I am writing, however, after having seen a couple of announcements in the last few days which got me thinking about forgiveness.
“Forgive and forget” is a grand idea. Every major religion talks to the topic and giving forgiveness is, in fact, mandatory in Judaism once someone apologizes and makes amends. I expect it’s thought of in a similar manner in other faiths. And while “forgiveness” is an admirable quality, I’m not sure “forgetting” is in that context. But let’s see what you think. Continue reading
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