Forgiveness of enemies can only come upon their repentance.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Blake says forgiveness of enemies is possible only if they repent.
- In plain terms
- You can forgive only when the enemy repents.
- What can you take from it?
- Encourage accountability before seeking forgiveness.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can forgiveness exist without repentance?
- What are the limits of forgiveness?
Another view
It dismisses the possibility of unconditional forgiveness.
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