Quotes about Empathy
For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who was tempted in every way that we are, yet was without sin.
— Hebrews 4:15
He is able to deal gently with those who are ignorant and misguided, since he himself is beset by weakness.
— Hebrews 5:2
You sympathized with those in prison and joyfully accepted the confiscation of your property, knowing that you yourselves had a better and permanent possession.
— Hebrews 10:34
Remember those in prison as if you were bound with them, and those who are mistreated as if you were suffering with them.
— Hebrews 13:3
My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,
— James 1:19
For judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment.
— James 2:13
Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food.
— James 2:15
If one of you tells him, “Go in peace; stay warm and well fed,” but does not provide for his physical needs, what good is that?
— James 2:16
Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble.
— 1 Peter 3:8
Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.
— 1 Peter 3:9
Above all, love one another deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.
— 1 Peter 4:8
If anyone with earthly possessions sees his brother in need, but withholds his compassion from him, how can the love of God abide in him?
— 1 John 3:17