Closely neighboring so to speak upon the virtues which we have just mentioned is compassion of which he next makes mention. For it is a most excelling thing and very pleasing to God and in the highest degree proper for pious souls. It may suffice for us to imprint upon our mind that compassion is an attribute of the divine nature. Be merciful he says as your heavenly Father is merciful. – Cyril of Alexandria #coptic #orthodox #faithful #orthodoxy #merciful #love #dogood #christianity