The Failures of Forgiveness

In Failures of Forgiveness, philosopher Myisha Cherry challenges conventional ideas about forgiveness, arguing that it can do more harm than good if misunderstood. Drawing from real-world examples and her own investigations, she offers a nuanced perspective on how forgiveness works and how it can be practiced more healthily across personal, societal, and cultural contexts. The book aims to reshape how we approach dealing with wrongdoing, emphasizing that true healing involves more than simply forgiving and that addressing the roots of harm is essential.