The truth is that very few understand the truth about forgiveness. It is not the culprits who need to be forgiven; rather it is the victims, because they are the ones who cause all the trouble. If they were only less weak and careless, and more foresightful, and if they would keep from blundering into difficulties, think of all the sorrow in the world that would be spared.
In Margaret Atwood's "Alias Grace," the complex nature of forgiveness is explored, revealing that true understanding of this concept is scarce. The perspective presented suggests that victims, rather than their offenders, are the ones who need to engage in the process of forgiveness. This assertion implies that the responsibility lies with the victims to strengthen themselves, as their susceptibility contributes to ongoing conflict and pain.
By emphasizing the need for victims to be more cautious and discerning, Atwood proposes that if individuals could avoid pitfalls and errors, much suffering could be avoided. This perspective challenges conventional notions of guilt and blame, placing a significant portion of accountability onto the victims who might inadvertently perpetuate their own hardships.
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