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Compassion in Conflict
Compassion, embodied in values like Rahmah (mercy) in Islam and Chesed (loving-kindness) in Judaism, is meant to guide humanity toward healing and unity. Yet, these principles often find themselves at odds with the realities of human behavior. Gaza is more than a place; it is a mirror. It reflects not only the horror of physical Read the full article…
Surface vs. Deep Compassion
Compassion is one of the most cherished human qualities. We see someone suffer, and we want to help. That impulse is deeply human and deserves all our respect. It saves lives. It lifts spirits. It binds people together. This kind of care is what most people mean when they speak of compassion. But there is Read the full article…
Compassion and Constructionism
Constructionism shows the importance of not getting stuck in a constructed reality. Compassion ethically realizes this for the good of many. I write Compassion with a Capital because of its relation to the subconceptual. Depth involved Compassion encompasses a profound way of looking at people (and all sentient beings). ‘Deep’ in this means that the Read the full article…