To forgive is not to forget. The merit lies in loving in spite of the vivid knowledge that one that must be loved is not a friend. There is not merit in loving an enemy when you forget him for a friend.
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Never make a promise in haste.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Promises should be made thoughtfully and with consideration, not rushed.
This quote emphasizes the importance of being careful and intentional when making promises. It suggests that rushing into commitments can lead to regret or failure to keep those promises, highlighting the necessity of mindfulness in our agreements with others.
Themes
PromiseHasteCommitmentIntentionWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about integrity, you could use this quote to emphasize the need for careful commitments.
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