Blessed are the merciful
for they will be shown mercy.[1]
Above peace, empathy’s comfort,
beyond justice, compassion’s heart,
hence harmony’s restoration.
Cooperation heals our wounds,
our listening first, speaks volumes,
and keeps judgment from directing.
Forgiving includes forgetting –
unfailing generosity
fulfills unconditional love,
Intrinsic to our covenant,
relief precludes anxiety,
concern excludes retribution.
Those who take care of their neighbor
will be treated with gentleness.
[1] Matthew 5: 7
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