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Meaning
The quote says that making a serious mistake does not automatically make someone bad. A person can do something terrible and still remain fundamentally good. It also suggests that moral judgment should leave room for human fallibility.
When It Was Said
2001
Who It Was Said To
Not documented yet.
Historical Context
Not documented yet.
Source
p.127
Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
Did They Really Say It?
Listed with a cited source on Wikiquote.
Did You Know?
Wikiquote lists the quote with the citation p.127.
About Michael Nava
Michael Nava is quoted here; further biographical details are not publicly available.
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