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What does it mean?
The speaker feels compelled to forgive others because he believes he has been forgiven.
In plain terms
Since God forgave me, I should forgive others too.
What can you take from it?
Forgiveness is a duty inspired by receiving it yourself.

Where it applies

  • personal reflection
  • religious discussion

Putting it to work

  • conflict resolution
  • spiritual practice

Questions to consider

  • What drives you to forgive others?

Another view

It implies forgiveness is conditional on divine action.

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