Who said "To forgive is not to excuse; it is to understand."?

This quote is attributed to Natasha Rostova.

To forgive is not to excuse; it is to understand. - Natasha Rostova

"To forgive is not to excuse; it is to understand."

Natasha Rostova

Character in War and Peace

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"Natasha's youthful exuberance at the opera and ball scenes reflects her belief that life should be lived fully and joyfully"

"Love is life."

"Love and faith are more powerful than armies."

"The heart knows no reason."