Compassion and Justice

Compassion

Caring about the pain of others and wanting to help stop it.

Justice

Treating everyone fairly and protecting people's basic rights.

Agape

Selfless love in Christianity, loving God and putting others first without expecting anything in return.

Rahmah

Mercy and kindness in Islam, showing kindness to all living things.

Chesed

Loving-kindness in Judaism, doing good deeds and showing daily love to others.

Karuna

Compassion in Buddhism, wishing for all living beings to be free from pain and suffering.

Dharma

Right duty in Hinduism, doing what is right and fulfilling duties to keep peace and order.

Zakat

Giving to the poor in Islam, sharing money with people in need so everyone has enough.

Tzedakah

Justice and giving in Judaism, giving to those in need as a moral duty.

Tikkun Olam

Repairing the world in Judaism, working to heal the world and stop unfair suffering.

Ahimsa

Do no harm in Buddhism, choosing never to hurt or injure any living creature.

Karma

Cause and effect in Buddhism, understanding that actions have results.

Daya

Compassion in Hinduism, encouraging empathy and preventing cruelty.

Balance

The need for both justice and compassion together to avoid harshness and lack of accountability.

Taking Action

Real action required by compassion and justice, such as helping the needy and standing against unfairness.