Compassion

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Compassion is that mysterious capacity within each of us that makes it possible for suffering that is neither our own nor of our concern, to affect us

as though it were. It is that instinctive and selfless insight that reveals to us the existence of our own

true being in every living creature.

Compassion is the tie that binds every human being to each other and to our

Almighty the creator. It is the common thread of all religions, meditations, and community structures. Compassion does

not acknowledge the artificial social, economic, and religious barriers we place

between ourselves and others.

It acknowledges the common cry of human longings, aspirations, and tragedies. When a

reflex reaction causes us to help a stranger, with no motivation other than that person is in need,

or maybe in peril of his life, our compassion is in action.

Islam recommends giving a helping hand

especially at times of need. A good Muslim should develop a feeling of

empathy for others and will try to help others. By doing so, Allah will increase his Thawaab (is the

reward Allah will grant for the meritorious or good deeds a person does in his life time ) and credit him

accordingly.

Anas reported that the Prophet, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, said,

"If there is roughness in anything it is bound to disgrace it. Allah is compassionate and loves

compassion."

Jazak Allah Khair

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