Nothing is more durable than the dynasty of Doubt; for he reigns in the hearts of all his people, but gives satisfaction to none of them, and yet he is the only despot who can never die, while any of his subjects live.
Charles Caleb ColtonRead
The sun should not set upon our anger, neither should he rise upon our confidence. We should forgive freely, but forget rarely. I will not be revenged, and this I owe to my enemy; but I will remember, and this I owe to myself.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Hold onto positive feelings and let go of anger; forgiveness is vital for personal peace.
This quote emphasizes the importance of resolving anger promptly and maintaining confidence without excessive pride. It suggests that while forgiveness is essential, one should not forget past grievances entirely, especially when it comes to interactions with those who may have harmed us. The author expresses a commitment to personal integrity by choosing not to seek revenge against adversaries, while simultaneously acknowledging the importance of memory in personal growth and self-awareness.
Themes
ForgivenessAngerMemoryRelationshipsPeace
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is perfect for a speech on conflict resolution.
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