To Forgive

To forgive is to excuse somebody for a mistake, wrongdoing, or crime

Not everyone can do this at the drop of a dime

In many cases, it only comes with the onset of time

Dear brothers and sisters,” to err is human, to forgive is divine”



Those unwilling to forgive, continually live the hurts over again

Carrying "anger" like a trophy of sorts, crying “poor me tears” like rain

Bring it all to the Sweatlodge, and become victorious over the pain

Dear brother and sisters, to forgive, is truly to gain!



Those who forgive, the hurtful wrongdoings are only a scar

Their burdens have been cast away, they shine like the bright morning star

Life’s lessons are a challenge, but they make us who we are

Dear brother and sister, always forgive, don’t stuff your resentments in a jar

Author's Notes/Comments: 

In this journey we call life, we each must learn to love one another unconditionally and also to forgive one another no matter what the transgression. Creator keeps things simple, it is we who make things complicated!

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dragonwolf's picture

true but could you forgive someone who wrongs you everyday

joe_white_eagle's picture

Can I forgive someone who wrongs me every day?

To forgive or not to forgive  is a consious choice made by every individual! It's a sad reality that many choose not to forgive! If we are truly in touch with our spirituality and understand life for what it truly is, then this choice becomes easier. Forgiveness is a release, a way of letting go of anger, resentments and hatred and no longer carry that burden around. Unforgiveness makes people bitter and difficult to get along with!  True forgiveness is a virtue that few possess, but can be aquired over time if we desire it.