For mankind that made it simple
Knowingly complex too
It shall remain even so difficult
To say those few words to one
That beseeches to absolve guilt

For mankind sought some mercy
To glimpse at happenings true
Unfettered and with freedom
To usher in a new world
Enabling to forgive in spirit

For mankind felt the need
To haggle with conscience
Made to cleanse innately
Does joy again rebound
Forgiving to be able to forget

For mankind always seeks
To be clear of its action done
Unwitting yet faith construed
Mind dwells on the past
Reckoning to be forgiven

Yes, forgive and forget
The essence of human behaviour