"Forgiveness is the economy of the heart... forgiveness saves the expense of anger, the cost of hatred, the waste of spirits"
- Hannah More
About this Quote
This quote by Hannah More speaks with the power of forgiveness. It suggests that forgiveness is a kind of emotional economy, where we can conserve ourselves from the expense of anger, the expense of hatred, and the waste of spirits. In other words, when we forgive, we are able to prevent the emotional and mental expenses related to keeping anger and hatred. Forgiveness is a method of releasing ourselves from the burden of unfavorable feelings, and it can be an effective tool for healing and growth. By forgiving, we can open our hearts to enjoy and comprehending, and produce a more favorable and tranquil environment for ourselves and those around us.
This quote is written / told by Hannah More between February 2, 1745 and September 7, 1833. He/she was a famous Writer from England, the quote is categorized under the topic Forgiveness. The author also have 9 other quotes.
"Forgiveness is the key that unlocks the door of resentment and the handcuffs of hatred. It is a power that breaks the chains of bitterness and the shackles of selfishness"
"I can forgive, but I cannot forget, is only another way of saying, I will not forgive. Forgiveness ought to be like a cancelled note - torn in two, and burned up, so that it never can be shown against one"
"God's forgiveness is the only thing. And, well, I take full responsibility for the adultery. It was my fault and, you know, no matter what went on, the man has to take responsibility; and I do"