Is forgiveness an innate capacity, or does it only emerge when we encounter deep hurt? Could you please elaborate on this: Does the meaning of forgiveness only begin to blossom once an individual possesses the hope and the will to forgive?
Forgiveness, as a moral virtue, does not appear to be innate, but instead requires practice. The more a person can practice, with a clear understanding of what forgiveness is and is not, the more likely the person is to forgive. Also, a person can forgive whether or not there is deep hurt. It may be more difficult or could take longer when there is deep hurt, but the continued practice should help. The meaning of forgiveness can emerge by studying what it is and is not. A hope that one will be able to forgive certainly should help, but knowing what it is constitutes a vital step so that the person does not distort its meaning.
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