compassion Quotes

Every gift which is given, even though it be small, is in reality great, if it is given with affection.

The World is my country, all mankind are my brethren, and to do good is my religion.

I believe in the equality of man; and I believe that religious duties consist in doing justice, loving mercy, and endeavoring to make our fellow-creatures happy.

To feel much for others and little for ourselves; to restrain our selfishness and exercise our benevolent affections, constitute the perfection of human nature.

The thirst for powerful sensations takes the upper hand both over fear and over compassion for the grief of others.

Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of disappointed love.

Selfishness must always be forgiven you know, because there is no hope of a cure.

They are much to be pitied who have not been given a taste for nature early in life.

There is no charm equal to tenderness of heart.