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Book of Forgiving

By: Desmond Tutu, Mpho Tutu
Narrated by: Mpho Tutu, Hakeem Kae Kazim
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How do I forgive?

Nobel laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu has witnessed some of the worst crimes people can inflict on others. So wherever he goes, he inevitably gets asked this question. This audiobook is his answer. Writing with his daughter, Mpho, an Anglican priest, they lay out the simple but profound truths about the significance of forgiveness, how it works, why everyone needs to know how to grant it and receive it, and why granting forgiveness is the greatest gift we can give to ourselves when we have been wronged.

They explain the four-step process of forgiveness - Telling the Story, Naming the Hurt, Granting Forgiveness, and Renewing or Releasing the Relationship - as well as offer meditations, exercises, and prayers to guide the listener along the way.

"With each act of forgiveness, whether small or great, we move toward wholeness," they write. "Forgiveness is how we bring peace to ourselves and our world."

©2014 Desmond M. Tutu and Mpho A. Tutu (P)2014 HarperCollins Publishers
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Very insightful and practical!

I liked the practical applications of the principles shared in the book. Recommend to anyone from young adult to senior citizen.

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From victim to hero

This is one of the most life changing books I have read on personal growth. It gives hope and meaning to our lives on such a complex topic as forgiveness. Highly recommended. I will be buying the hard book to refer to it when needed.

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Fabulous!

A perfect mix of story and direction if there is someone or something in your life that needs to be forgiven.

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medicine for the soul

I am 4 months into a high conflict divorce and custody battle. I am immensely grateful for the wisdom of the many voices included in this book.

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Redemption realism

Loved the authenticity and explanation in so many areas of life's journey's. Enjoyed the positive healing from the content. Very healing, helpful and give hope to all.

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Great book that helped me feel less of a victim

I enjoyed the content very much! the male narrator was hard to listen to at times , but overall great book that I will most likely listen to again. there are some great jewels to learn from that sometimes require more time to process.

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Mesmerizing

A beautiful journey through stories, reflection and ultimately inspiring action. Thank you. Greatly appreciated and much needed.

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Practical and Profound

If Desmond Tutu can forgive all of the trauma and horrors he has experienced, you can, too!

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worth every penny

i just finished and will restart it again. its an amazing journey of knowledge. This book is full of wonderful insights. Its generous and full of love. if you are even considering this book do not hesitate. he prepared to dig deep and randomly cry through acknowledgement and acceptance. loved this book so much

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Wonderful

Excellent for me to strive to live into these concepts and lessons as I flow the river of this life.

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