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Have you read the book? He did not steal it, he means to start an honest life, and the coin rolled under his foot. He had no idea it was there. He donated the money after realizing he would not find the boy, and wept at the realization of what a wretch he had been.

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Jean Valjean cries after being shown kindness and forgiveness by the bishop, who offers him a place to stay despite Valjean's attempt to steal from him. This act of mercy and grace breaks through Valjean's hardened exterior, leading him to a profound moment of realization and repentance.

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