Helped are those who forgive; their reward shall be forgetfulness of every evil done to them. It will be in their power, therefore, to envision the new Earth.-----The Gospel According to Shug
In "The Temple of My Familiar," Alice Walker conveys a powerful message about forgiveness and its transformative effects. The quote suggests that those who choose to forgive are granted a sense of peace and the ability to let go of their pain. This forgetfulness liberates them from the burdens of past wrongs, allowing for the possibility of renewal and a fresh perspective on life. By embracing forgiveness, individuals can imagine a...