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:

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

    “Our wisdom lies as much at the mercy of fortune as our possessions do.”
    —François, Duc De La Rochefoucauld (1613–1680)

    “Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with
    praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.
    For the Lord is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.”
    —Bible: Hebrew Psalm C (l. C, 4–5)