Bede GriffithsIt is no longer a question of a Christian going about to convert others to the faith, but of each one being ready to listen to the other and so to grow together in mutual understanding.
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In my opinion, this quote is speaking of a willingness to forgive and forget past mistakes. I think that if we can find a way to forgive and forget the mistakes that people have made in the past, then we can work together for a better future.
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