[Chickensoup]

Forgive them for they know not what they do
Meaning

Jesus’ words from the cross, asking forgiveness for those who put him to death. More widely, of course, the plea was for all humanity.

Origin

From the Bible, Luke 23 (King James Version):

23:33 And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other on the left.
23:34 Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.

[Lurker]

Jesus asked God to forgive His murderers. Jesus didn't say that He forgave them.

You have no right to offer forgiveness to the murderers of these fine people. They haven't asked for it. They don't want it.

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