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What does it mean?
Compassion underlies all moral behavior.
In plain terms
Compassion is the foundation of morality.
What can you take from it?
Cultivate compassion to act ethically.

Where it applies

  • conflict resolution
  • charitable work

Putting it to work

  • practice empathy
  • consider others’ suffering

Questions to consider

  • Is compassion sufficient for moral judgment?
  • How can compassion be measured?

Another view

Some moral systems prioritize duty over feeling.

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