Mercy

Mercy

Mercy (Middle English, from Anglo-French merci, from Medieval Latin merced-, merces, from Latin, "price paid, wages", from merc-, merxi "merchandise") is a broad term that refers to benevolence, forgiveness and kindness in a variety of ethical, religious, social and legal contexts.

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Famous quotes containing the word mercy:

    “Think carefully before asking for justice. Mercy might be safer.”
    —Mason Cooley (b. 1927)

    “For Mercy has a human heart,
    Pity, a human face;
    And Love, the human form divine,
    And Peace, the human dress.”
    —William Blake (1757–1827)

    “Good deal: justice for you, mercy for me.”
    —Mason Cooley (b. 1927)