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Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.

Leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond, themed across a week - insight, opinion and intellectual surprise.

The Essay: Forgiveness

The Essay: Forgiveness: Episode 1: Madeleine Bunting

Forgiveness

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Episode 1: Madeleine Bunting

Madeleine Bunting

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Journalist Madeleine Bunting explains why she believes forgiveness is a choice.

A series of essays on what Forgiveness is, what it isn't, and how you do it. Journalist Madeleine Bunting: 'Forgiveness is not some fairy wand which magics away the pain and anger. It's not a feeling at all. It's a choice'.

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Series in which people discuss what forgiveness is, what it is not and how to practise it.

Series in which five people discuss what forgiveness is, what it is not and how to practise it

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