What is the difference between Pity and Empathy? Does Grace and forgiveness require Empathy?
Interesting points that I haven't ever thought about before.
Empathy - The intellectual identification with or vicarious experiencing of the feelings, thoughts, or attitudes of another.
Pity - sympathetic or kindly sorrow evoked by the suffering, distress, or misfortune of another, often leading one to give relief or aid or to show mercy.
I don't completely understand.
In my view, empathy = "I feel for you" and pity = "I feel sorry for you." Pity strikes me as condescending and coming from a higher social position.
M:12y - BD:12/11 - D:6/13 - 4Ds
"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy." -MLK Jr.
