“A good end cannot sanctify evil means; nor must we ever do evil that good may come of it. We are too ready to retaliate, rather than forgive, or gain by love and information. And yet we could hurt no man that we believe loves us. Let us, then, try what love will do: for if men do once see that we love them, we should soon find they would not harm us. Force may subdue, but love gains; and he that forgives first, wins the laurel.”
Quote by William Penn
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William Penn
William Penn, born on October 14, 1644, and died on July 30, 1718, was an English author, politician, and religious leader. He is renowned for his contributions to religious freedom and democratic politics, as well as for being the founder of the state of Pennsylvania. more
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