He have his goodness now, God forbid I take it from him!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A character accepts another's moral standing despite previous conflicts.
- In plain terms
- He has found peace with his own goodness.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect someone's moral choice even if you disagree.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did you accept someone else's decision?
- What defines goodness to you?
Another view
Acceptance does not mean the past was right.
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