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Revenge vs. Forgiveness: The Ultimate Choice for Inner Peace and Satisfaction

In the age-old debate of revenge versus forgiveness, the path to true satisfaction lies in the embrace of forgiveness. History has shown us the consequences of vengeance—events such as the Holocaust and the Cambodian Genocide demonstrate how revenge perpetuates cycles of violence. Conversely, figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela exemplify the strength found in forgiveness, fostering healing and building relationships. By choosing forgiveness, we not only free ourselves from the burden of hatred but also cultivate a more compassionate and understanding world.

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Revenge vs. Forgiveness: The Ultimate Choice for Inner Peace and Satisfaction

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  1. Write an essay stating your position on which is the most satisfying course to take: revenge or forgiveness.

  2. Build your writing by using this mnemonic device: • “Henry • Made • Some • Chocolate • Shakes”

  3. History (Revenge) Holocaust Cambodia Rwanda Pearl Harbor Japanese Interment Camps

  4. Movies/Books • Mean Girls • Kill Bill • Mockingjay • Gran Torino • The Crucible

  5. Sports/ Pop Culture Bullying- football, Paris Jackson Hate Crimes-(Sexual, Ethical, Religious, Elderly, Weight Discrimination, Homeless, etc.) Richie Incognito- Miami Dolphin

  6. Current Events Syria Taliban Violence against Women

  7. Someone You Know Family Friends Church Teammates

  8. Brainstorm: Reasons

  9. Become powerful • Protect others • Gain respect • Teach a person a lesson

  10. History (Forgiveness) • Princess Diane • Martin Luther King • Nelson Mandela • Genghis Khan • Corrie ten Boom

  11. Movies/ Books The Kite Runner The Last Song The Crucible Mean Girls The Dream Keeper

  12. Sports/ Pop Culture Gandhi Malala & Angelina Jolie Chris Brown & Rihanna

  13. Current Events

  14. Someone You Know Friends Family Teammates Church Coaches Teachers

  15. Brainstorm reasons

  16. Creates friendships • Prevents suffering • Strengthens relationships • Teaches a moral lesson • Frees the person who forgives

  17. Materials provided by Lisa Rowlette, Carolyn Wright, and Cathy KahligHurst-Euless-Bedford ISD

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