Quote of the day by Khaled Hosseini: 'A man who has no conscience, no goodness, does not suffer' and why guilt is the starting point for redemption

Khaled Hosseini's novel 'The Kite Runner' features the quote: 'A man who has no conscience, no goodness, does not suffer.'

The quote is spoken by Rahim Khan to Amir, who feels guilt for betraying his childhood friend Hassan.

Rahim Khan explains that Amir's suffering proves he has a conscience and capacity for goodness, enabling redemption.

The quote has universal applicability, resonating across cultures and disciplines by linking guilt to underlying morality.