Alexander Pope Quote - Love the offender, yet detest the offense.

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Love the offender, yet detest the offense.

"Love the offender, yet detest the offense."

— Alexander Pope

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Author: Alexander Pope
Category: Compassionate
Tags: Compassionate Justice Law Love Right

Meaning of this quote

Compassion for a person can coexist with disapproval of wrongdoing.

Key takeaway: Condemn harm without denying someone's humanity.

Who actually said this?

Attributed author: Alexander Pope

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