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--- In ramanuja@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "k_madhusudhan22" 
<K_madhusudhan22@xxxx> wrote:
> Dear all,
> 
> I apologize if this question is out of context.
> 
> With my limited knowledge and reading I understand 
that "Forgiveness 
> is Dharma"; but to follow this in practice is extremley difficult.
> 
> So I would be grateful if the group could let me know of guidelines 
> that are prescribed in the Sastras regarding this divine act. I 
> would be grateful if you could offer examples from epics, for 
easier 
> comprehension.

Dear Sriman Madhusudhan,

Best example is Lord Himself, as He was ready to forgive even rAvaNa.
He not only forgave SiSupAla for 100 offences but also delivered Him.

Due to our ahankAra and mamakAra, we will be vindictive towards those 
who offend us. We can overcome that state only by His katAksham.
> 
> Must be forgive everyone who asks for forgiveness, or are there 
> acts 
> that are just unpardonable? 

You have to punish them as a citizen if their acts are harmful to the 
society. It is advisable to forgive those who harmed or offended you 
alone, even if they do not repent. But take care of your interests 
when it comes to practice! I mean we cannot continue to be cheated 
just because we have forgiven.

Dasan
Vishnu

> What if people don't repent their 
> mistakes, Must we still forgive them?
> 
> Please elucidate,
> 
> Adiyen,
> Madhusudhan





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