compassion
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As he poured the traditional cup of wine for the prophet, Rabbi Aft reminded his community that Elijah wanders the earth disguised as a stranger, testing humanity’s capacity for hospitality, compassion and kindness.
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026
She added: "You have to be resilient, and to be resilient you have to lower your compassion."
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
The compassion and humanity he showed throughout that time said a great deal about him as a person.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Green’s voice radiated power and defiance, fighting off the compassion he knows will spell his end.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
But if anyone seemed right for restorative justice, it was these two families, who had already expressed compassion for one another.
From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater
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