The shared theme between the two pieces is, grudges only hurt those involved; forgiveness can save those from a lifetime of resentment. Just as the author said in "To forgive is divine", "forgiveness is a divine act... the one who is forgiven is relieved of any guilt, and can go on with their lives, free from remorse." In the "Interlopers" when Georg revealed "I never thought to have wanted to do other than hate you all my life, but I think I have changed my mind too... Ulrich von Gradwitz I will be your friend." This proves that both of the selections share this theme because in "To forgive is divine" it shows that when one forgives someone their life will be better, and in "The Interlopers" it shows that one can't hold on to a grudge, but
