Compassion Quote by Jfs
“In justice always give mercy, in mercy always give justice”
About This Quote
Source Proverb: Traditional African American folk saying, unknown origin
Balancing justice with mercy; each should inform the other.
In simple terms: Justice and mercy should go hand in hand.
Apply both fairness and compassion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- courtroom
- personal conflict
- community mediation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should justice outweigh mercy?
- When is mercy more appropriate?
Overemphasis on one can undermine the other.