Compassion Quote by William Blake
“Where mercy, love, and pity dwell, there God is dwelling too.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Divine Image,” 1794
Where mercy, love, and pity exist, God's presence is also found.
In simple terms: Mercy, love, pity signal God's presence.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate compassion to experience the divine.
Themes
compassion
divine
humanity
Mood
hopeful
reverent
Type
poetic
spiritual
When to use this quote
- charitable acts
- community service
- personal prayer
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does compassion change your worldview?
- Can love exist without pity?
A Different Perspective
Compassion alone may not guarantee divine feeling.
