In theory, a confession and an apology both seem to be expressions of an unmasking of one’s faults. The difference that lies between a confession and an apology is paper thin that they are often distinguished as the same. But the two words hold distinct characters when used in action. When a confession is made, a truth that was hidden away is revealed but does not always contain an expression of regret as an apology does. An apology is made in acknowledgement of one’s wrong doing that has caused trouble for another being and asks for their forgiveness. A confession just states who has done the misdeed.
Hey Eranell,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you that the difference between the two terms is just paper thin and the key difference in the two is only distinguished once the situation in which they are used is understood.
Hi Eranell, a confesion and an apology are so similar but really do hold their own characters. I really thought your explanation was very well explained, especially when you used the expression "paper thin". Also, I agree with the differences between the two words best found when they are put into action.
ReplyDeleteI liked how you brought up that a confession states who has done the misdeed, because a confession may not be personal. As an eyewitness, someone might confess to his/her friend, "The other day I saw your girlfriend with another guy." This witness is "unmasking" the girlfriend's fault, even though it is not his/her own. But the hidden truth is revealed to someone else nonetheless. In this scenario, there is no need to ask for forgiveness, because it is not the witness's wrongdoing in the first place.
ReplyDeleteJust a random note: This is the first time I've seen your blog, and I have to say I really like your background picture. Very beautiful.
Hi, Eran -- nice background and nice post! Your use of figurative language (unmasking, paper thin) was very effective in conveying your ideas about the revelatory aspect of confession, as well as the false distinctions made between confession and apology. In addition to working well to convey your point, this use of language helped make your piece (and ideas!) memorable to your readers, as evidenced by their comments. Nice work.
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