From d3218ed0ebe2c63fc86c075f7bfe8eb68fd6e508 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Perry J Oakes Date: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 01:27:16 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Update 'bible/kt/compassion.md' (#1185) --- bible/kt/compassion.md | 6 ++---- 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/bible/kt/compassion.md b/bible/kt/compassion.md index e696b58c..90c7992d 100644 --- a/bible/kt/compassion.md +++ b/bible/kt/compassion.md @@ -4,14 +4,12 @@ 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 word “compassion” refers to 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.” +* Ways of translating “compassion” could include, “deep caring” or "pity" or “helpful mercy.” * The term “compassionate” could also be translated as, “caring and helpful” or “deeply loving and merciful.” ## Bible References: