5 Bible Verses

But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was: and when he saw him, he had compassion on him, And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own beast, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him.
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Luke 10:33-34KJV
The parable of the Good Samaritan demonstrates profound compassion by showing how a despised Samaritan helps a stranger in need, transcending cultural boundaries. This story illustrates true compassion as active care and personal sacrifice for someone suffering.
And Jesus went forth, and saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion toward them, and he healed their sick.
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Matthew 14:14KJV
This verse shows Jesus' deep compassion for people, demonstrating that true compassion involves both emotional empathy and practical action. Jesus not only felt sympathy for the suffering crowd but also actively worked to heal their physical ailments.
And Ruth said, Intreat me not to leave thee, or to return from following after thee: for whither thou goest, I will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge: thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God: Where thou diest, will I die, and there will I be buried: the Lord do so to me, and more also, if ought but death part thee and me.
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Ruth 1:16-17KJV
Ruth's profound compassion and loyalty to her mother-in-law Naomi is a powerful example of selfless love and commitment. Her words demonstrate compassion that goes beyond mere sympathy, showing complete devotion and care.
Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;
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Colossians 3:12KJV
This verse directly instructs believers to cultivate compassion as a core spiritual attribute. It suggests that compassion is not just a feeling, but a deliberate choice and characteristic of those who follow God.
He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the Lord; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.
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Proverbs 19:17KJV
This verse connects compassion toward the poor with spiritual blessing, suggesting that acts of compassion are viewed by God as sacred transactions. It encourages believers to show mercy and help those in need.

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