“Open the doors of mercy, Blessed Virgin Mary ...” - with these words, Christians ask for help from the Mother of God herself.
If we turn to her for support and help, then why refuse this to ordinary people? We began to forget that mercy is one of the key spiritual qualities of a person.
What it is?
Turning to the dictionary, we see the following definition. Charity is sympathy for others, selfless help to them. This is a manifestation of love, compassion and concern for one's neighbor. The Merciful is a person who follows the main Christian commandment "to love your neighbor as yourself."
This quality is manifested not only in caring for the closest people. For example, when a mother takes care of her children, it is her duty. And if a person knows that a sick grandmother lives in his porch and buys her medicines or food, then this is mercy.
Does mercy apply to everyone?
The Merciful is the one who helps not only people. Such a person will not pass by a homeless cat, he will certainly feed her. Ideally, he will try to attach or pick himself up. A person showing compassion and love for animals has a bird feeder hanging outside the window.
All living things are worthy of help and a caring attitude. When we show compassion with a living being, we become merciful to him.
Is it possible to develop this quality?
The question is actually a complicated one. Are you ready to give up some benefits in favor of your neighbor? Let's say you have a hundred rubles in your wallet. Spend fifty of them on milk for an old neighbor's grandmother? If so, then mercy is already in you.
This quality first of all requires sacrifice. Sometimes you have to deny yourself to help someone. When a person helps from excess, it’s good. But if a person tears himself away and gives it to the more needy, this is doubly valuable.
Looking for synonyms
By the word "merciful" synonym exists? But how, not one will be found. Here are some of them:
- Compassionate. Often this word can be heard in the context of ridicule or condemnation. And if you carefully read it, it turns out that the word is very good. "Sick heart" - that’s the word.
- Compassionate.
- Compassionate.
- Humane.
- Good-natured.
- Gracious.
Where did the word come from?
From the old Russian language. Originally translated as “kind” or “compassionate." Over time, it turned into a separate word.
Conclusion
Summing up the results of our material, I would like to note: a merciful person, as a rule, often suffers ridicule and pokes for his kindness. But this should not be afraid. Being merciful, people make this world a better and kinder place.