To err is human (to forgive is divine) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "to err is human (to forgive is divine)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-09-19 04:09

Meaning of To err is human (to forgive is divine)

To err is human (to forgive is divine) proverb

Making mistakes is intrinsic to human beings, and it is such a transcendent act to forgive those erring. 

 

I know you are angry because your son borrowed your car and put a dent on it, but to err is human, to forgive is divine.

A: I was such a fool to make that mistake! B: Come on! Forget about it. To err is human.

I didn't blaming John when he made mistakes because to err is human, to forgive is divine.

Origin of To err is human (to forgive is divine)

 This proverb comes from an essay written by Alexander Pope.

The Origin Cited: The free dictionary .
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