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What does it mean?
Evil can be fixed, so people are still responsible for their actions.
In plain terms
Evil is fixable and people are accountable.
What can you take from it?
Work to fix wrongs.

Where it applies

  • conflict resolution
  • personal reflection
  • judgment

Putting it to work

  • forgive others
  • learn from mistakes
  • advocate for justice

Questions to consider

  • Can everyone be redeemed?
  • How do you define accountability?

Another view

Some harms are irreversible.

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