RESUMEN
The aim of this study was to construct and validate a scale for measuring interpersonal forgiveness, suitable for Iranian socio-cultural features. The subjects were comprised of 400 college students [237 female, 167 male] selected through random stratified sampling from Ahvaz universities. Data were collected using family forgiveness scale [FFS]. Ahvaz Aggression Inventory [AAI], and Agreeableness from NEO Five Factor Inventory [NEO-FFI]. Data were analyzed using Pearson's correlation coefficient and stepwise regression analysis. Results of factor analysis showed that three factors comprised Interpersonal forgiveness Inventory [IFI]: from the total 25 items of the scale. 12 items were loaded on first factor [restructure of relationship and control of revenge], 6 items were loaded on second factor [pain control], and 7 items were loaded on third factor [realistic understanding]. The interpersonal forgiveness scale has appropriate reliability and validity for the measurement of this feature among student population