Forgiveness

The German city of Dresden was heavily bombed by the British during the Second World, causing 35,000 deaths. During these bombings, the city's 200 year old cathedral was destroyed.

The cathedral has recently been restored to its glory, with the contribution of a 21 foot golden cross being presented to the city by the British.

This touching act of reconciliation shows how forgiving men and women can be.

It shows that no situation is so bad that two people or two communities cannot find a reconciliation.

Human history is plagued with countless wars and bloodshed. However, for every war, there is a reconciliation that has or will follow it.

Take some time to evaluate the concept of forgiveness and reconciliation. Develop the habit of understanding and forgiving others.

There is great relief in the act of forgiveness as it unlocks the links that tie you down in past disappointments and allows you to work towards the future together.

Every action, no matter how significant or insignificant, is born out of a good intention. Even though it is very hard to rationally justify this intention, the root of it is always subjectively good for the person who chooses to do this. By understanding this concept, you will realise that of all the things that have hurt you or upset you in the past, none were born with the intent of harming or upsetting you in the first place. Take some time to understand and forgive others for their mistakes. By doing this, you free yourself from the pains of the past that will otherwise take much longer to heal.