Bible Verses About Compassion

Verses about compassion, mercy, and caring for those who are hurting.

King James Version
12Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;
Colossians 3:12
9The LORD is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works.
Psalms 145:9
22It is of the LORD’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. 23They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.
Lamentations 3:22-23
36But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd.
Matthew 9:36
8Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous:
1 Peter 3:8
13Sing, O heavens; and be joyful, O earth; and break forth into singing, O mountains: for the LORD hath comforted his people, and will have mercy upon his afflicted.
Isaiah 49:13
15But thou, O Lord, art a God full of compassion, and gracious, long suffering, and plenteous in mercy and truth.
Psalms 86:15
9Thus speaketh the LORD of hosts, saying, Execute true judgment, and shew mercy and compassions every man to his brother:
Zechariah 7:9
3Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort;
2 Corinthians 1:3
32And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.
Ephesians 4:32
6And the LORD passed by before him, and proclaimed, The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth,
Exodus 34:6

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about compassion?

The Bible describes God as 'full of compassion' (Psalm 86:15) and commands believers to put on 'bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind' (Colossians 3:12). Jesus was moved with compassion toward the crowds (Matthew 9:36).

How should Christians show compassion?

1 Peter 3:8 says to have compassion one of another. Zechariah 7:9 commands showing mercy and compassion to others. Christians demonstrate compassion through acts of service, mercy, and caring for the needy.

What is the connection between compassion and action?

Biblical compassion always moves toward action. When Jesus felt compassion, He healed, taught, and fed people (Matthew 14:14, Mark 6:34). James 2:15-16 warns against wishing well without meeting needs. 1 John 3:17 asks how God's love can dwell in someone who sees a brother in need and closes their heart. True compassion produces tangible help.