# compassion, compassionate #

## Definition: ##

The term "compassion" refers to a feeling of concern for people, especially for those who are suffering. A "compassionate" person cares about other people and helps them.

* The word "compassion" usually includes caring about people in need, as well as taking action to help them.  
* The Bible says that God is compassionate, that is, he is full of love and mercy.
* In Paul's letter to the Colossians, he tells them to "clothe themselves with compassion." He is instructing them to care about people and to actively help others who are in need.
  
## Translation Suggestions: ##

* The literal meaning of "compassion" is "bowels of mercy." This is an expression that means "mercy" or  "pity." Other languages may have their own expression that means this.
* Ways of translating "compassion" could include, "a deep caring for" or "helpful mercy."
* The term "compassionate" could also be translated as, "caring and helpful" or "deeply loving and merciful."

## Bible References: ##

* [Daniel 01:8-10](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/dan/01/08)
* [Hosea 13:14](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/hos/13/14)
* [James 05:9-11](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/jas/05/09)
* [Jonah 04:1-3](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/jon/04/01)
* [Mark 01:40-42](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/mrk/01/40)
* [Romans 09:14-16](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/rom/09/14)