"I think that if God forgives us we must forgive ourselves. Otherwise, it is almost like setting up ourselves as a higher tribunal than Him."

"Love may forgive all infirmities and love still in spite of them: but Love cannot cease to will their removal."

"Everyone thinks forgiveness is a lovely idea until he has something to forgive."

"Forgiveness does not mean excusing."

"Love as distinct from "being in love" is not merely a feeling. It is a deep unity, maintained by the will and deliberately strengthened by habit."

"We all agree that forgiveness is a beautiful idea until we have to practice it."