Jesus of Nazareth told us to say these twelve words when we prayed: 'Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.' ... And for those words alone, he deserves to be called ;the Prince of Peace.

Kurt Vonnegut Jr.
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This quote is about how Jesus was a very forgiving person. Jesus said that he would forgive us for our trespasses if we are willing to forgive others for theirs. This means that Jesus wants us to have the desire to forgive others.

Source: If This Isnt Nice, What Is?: Advice For The Young

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