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And whoever had been my enemy, and was ashamed thereof, and, flying to me for protection, humbled himself before me, I forgot his enmity, and I purchased him with liberality and kindness.
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Edmund Burke
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Burke illustrates the virtue of forgiving former enemies who seek protection and showing them kindness.
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