Forgiveness

why

Why might a Christian be forgiving?

‘70 times 7 times’ - Jesus taught to always forgive and we shold follow his actions

‘forgive our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us’ - if we are forgiving to others, God will also forgive our sins

Why might a Muslim be forgiving?

‘forgive others and God will forgive you’ - Hadith - if we are forgiving, Allah will be forgiving towards us on Judgement Day

‘God forgives all sins’ - follow Allah’s actions

Why might a Muslim choose not to forgive

Justice is essential in Islam

Punishment should be given where necessary

Some crimes such as Shirk are not able to be forgiven

Why might a Christian choose not to forgive

Overall, Christian teachings show us to be forgiving

But sometimes it may be very hard for Christians to forgive, due to the severity of crimes, the offenders capacity for repentance and the potential for ongoing harm