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What does it mean?
Mercy is shown to all failures except the shame of a sister who errs.
In plain terms
Compassion often excludes a sister's own shame.
What can you take from it?
Beware of judging close ones harshly.

Where it applies

  • family conflicts
  • supporting a sibling

Putting it to work

  • offer unconditional support
  • avoid scapegoating

Questions to consider

  • When does mercy become enabling?
  • How can we balance compassion and accountability?

Another view

Sometimes personal accountability is necessary.

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