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:

    “Therefore, since it is by God’s mercy that we are engaged in this ministry, we do not lose heart.”
    —Bible: New Testament, 2 Corinthians 4:1.

    “When Jesus wept, the falling tear
    in mercy flowed beyond all bound;
    when Jesus groaned, a trembling fear
    seized all the guilty world around.”
    —William Billings (1746–1800)

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