 Let's get into the first word. Now the first word or first sentence is, Father, forgive them for they know not what they do. It exemplifies to us both this quality of mercy and forgiveness, which was so important in Christ's teaching. If someone hits you on one cheek, turn the other. How many times must I forgive the person who offends me? Not seven, but seven times seven. You'll be able to use this saying as a powerful shield against any insults which may be directed against you and any aspersions cast upon you. The divine spouse prayed for those who killed him. Will you not pray for those who insult and criticize you? So as Bonaventure, our spiritual master, telling us, Hey, look, you should be able to forgive people who do these little insults against you when Christ could forgive the very people who were crucifying him.