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There is no revenge so complete as forgiveness
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"There is no revenge so complete as forgiveness"

- Josh Billings

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This quote by Josh Billings talks to the power of forgiveness. It suggests that when we forgive someone, we are able to proceed from the hurt and pain they have caused us. Forgiveness is a way of taking back control of our lives and our feelings. It is a method of showing that we are not going to be held back by the wrongs of others. It is a way of showing that we are strong and capable of increasing above the hurt and discomfort. Forgiveness is a method of showing that we are not going to be specified by the wrongs of others. It is a way of showing that we are larger than the hurt and pain. It is a way of showing that we are capable of rising above the hurt and pain and proceeding with our lives. In this way, forgiveness is a complete form of revenge, as it permits us to reclaim control of our lives and our feelings.
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Josh Billings This quote is written / told by Josh Billings between April 12, 1818 and October 14, 1885. He was a famous Comedian from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Forgiveness. The author also have 58 other quotes.

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