Teaching
Forgiveness is noble when it comes from strength and clarity, not from helplessness or denial.
Meaning
Epic wisdom values forgiveness, but not foolish passivity. You can release bitterness while still protecting boundaries and acting with justice.
Practical Application
Ask yourself two separate questions in a conflict: what resentment am I ready to release, and what boundary still needs to be kept? Do not confuse inner softness with outer weakness.
Source
Mahabharata, Vidura Niti themes
Attributed to: Vidura