I think perhaps a smidge judgemental.
Personally, I couldn't care less if the person "learns a lesson" or not. My forgiveness is unconditional and selfish. It is for my sake, not theirs.
Hatred and resentment are heavy burdens which harm no one except the person carrying the burden. Not always true of course. Some people become so bitter and twisted that they reach for a weapon and kill people. OR far worse, get other people to commit murder, as with suicide bombers.
I prefer to drop the burden if I can. Not always possible, but I try. I have no idea how I would respond if anyone ever asked me for forgiveness. I like to think I would comply.
Personally, I couldn't care less if the person "learns a lesson" or not. My forgiveness is unconditional and selfish. It is for my sake, not theirs.
Hatred and resentment are heavy burdens which harm no one except the person carrying the burden. Not always true of course. Some people become so bitter and twisted that they reach for a weapon and kill people. OR far worse, get other people to commit murder, as with suicide bombers.
I prefer to drop the burden if I can. Not always possible, but I try. I have no idea how I would respond if anyone ever asked me for forgiveness. I like to think I would comply.
