Compassion Collection (#8)

Friends Holding Hands And Praying Together; Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

The Mystery Of The Cross

Cross On Mountain Peak

Cross On A Rugged Hillside

Bible Study

Cross With Sunset

Jesus Prays

Man Finds Salvation

The Old Rugged Cross

Jesus Death On Cross

Jesus On Palm Sunday

Businessman Comes To Cross

Businessman At Cross

Man At Cross With Raised Arms

Inspired By The Cross

Nail Through Hand On Cross

Woman And The Crucifixion

Cross With Lightening In Background

Businessman Standing At Cross

Cross On Hillside

Businessman Looking Up At Cross

Jesus Hanging On A Cross

Black And White Of Jesus Dying On The Cross

Jesus Dying On The Cross

Three Crosses On A Hill

Hand Feeding A Black-Capped Chickadee Sunflower Seeds; Ontario, Canada

Cimon and Pero, ca. 1631. Creator: Willem Panneels
Cimon and Pero, ca. 1631

A Rakes Progress - 8: The Mad House, 1733. Artist: William Hogarth
A Rakes Progress - 8: The Mad House, 1733. True to his nature Tom Rakewell has run through a vast fortune through indulgence in all the luxuries of modern living

Christ and the Adulteress by Lucas Cranach the Elder
Lucas Cranach the Elder (1472-1553). German painter. Christ and the Adulteress. Museum of Fine Arts. Budapest. Hungary

Chinese Art. 10th century. Guanyin guiding a soul as an Oriental version of the myth of Charon. It is probably a copy made in the Ming period of another painting of the Tang period disappeared

IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY. Devotional name used to refer to the Virgin Mary. Also called The Sacred Heart of Mary, the heart represents her love for God and compassion for people

The bodhisattva Guanyin. Bronze. Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644
CHINA: BODHISATTVA. The bodhisattva Guanyin. Bronze. Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644

Rendering of an ancient Roman hospital, more accurately depicting a medieval one
SPAIN: MEDIEVAL HOSPITAL. Rendering of an ancient Roman hospital, more accurately depicting a medieval one. Manuscript illumination, 13th century, from the Cantigas of Alfonso X

Endangered Florida Panther licking cub (Felis concolor coryi). Florida

Pieta. Artist: Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678)
Pieta. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

The Peddler (The Parable of the prodigal Son). Artist: Bosch, Hieronymus (c. 1450-1516)
The Peddler (The Parable of the prodigal Son). Found in the collection of Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam

The Healing of the Blind Man of Jericho, 1888. Artist: Surikov, Vasili Ivanovich (1848-1916)
The Healing of the Blind Man of Jericho, 1888. Found in the collection of the Theological Academy, Moscow

Charity, ca 1537. Artist: Cranach, Lucas, the Elder (1472-1553)
Charity, ca 1537. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp

The Lamentation over Christ, ca 1350. Artist: Anonymous
The Lamentation over Christ, ca 1350. Found in the collection of the Visoki Decani monastery, Kosovo

The Lamentation over the Dead Christ, 1495-1500. Artist: Botticelli, Sandro (1445-1510)
The Lamentation over the Dead Christ, 1495-1500. Found in the collection of the Museo Poldi Pezzoli, Milan

Pieta, 1436-1446. Artist: Weyden, Rogier, van der (ca. 1399-1464)
Pieta, 1436-1446. Found in the collection of the Musees royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique, Brussels

Mater Dolorosa, 1554. Artist: Titian (1488-1576)
Mater Dolorosa, 1554. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

Dead Christ, adored by Pope Pius V, ca 1571-1572. Artist: Parrasio, Micheli (ca. 1516-1578)
Dead Christ, adored by Pope Pius V, ca 1571-1572. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

Virgin of Mercy, ca 1430. Artist: Zaortiga, Bonanat (active 15th century)
Virgin of Mercy, ca 1430. Found in the collection of the Museu Nacional d Art de Catalunya, Barcelona

Pieta, ca 1465. Artist: Weyden, Rogier van der, (Workshop)
Pieta, ca 1465. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Lamentation over the Dead Christ. Artist: David, Gerard (ca. 1460-1523)
The Lamentation over the Dead Christ. Found in the collection of the Museum of Western and Eastern Art, Odessa

Mater Dolorosa, ca 1470-1475. Artist: Bouts, Dirk, (Workshop)
Mater Dolorosa, ca 1470-1475. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Four Elements: Fire. A Kitchen Scene with Christ in the House of Martha and Mary in the Background, 1569. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

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Compassion, a universal language that transcends time and borders, and is beautifully depicted in various forms of art across different cultures and continents. In the bustling streets of Kathmandu, Nepal, a painting of Avalokitesvara, the Buddha of Compassion, captures the essence of empathy and kindness. The vibrant colors and intricate details serve as a reminder to embrace compassion in our daily lives. Traveling westward to Europe, we encounter Pompeo Girolamo Batoni's masterpiece "Return of the Prodigal Son. " This iconic painting portrays forgiveness and understanding as a father embraces his wayward child with open arms. It teaches us that compassion knows no boundaries or limitations. Venturing further east to South Korea's capital city Seoul, we find Kwanseum Bosal - Avalokitesvara (Bodhisattva of Compassion). This serene statue radiates tranquility and love for all beings. Its presence serves as an inspiration to cultivate compassion within ourselves. Paris becomes our next destination where we discover mandalas dedicated to compassion. These intricate designs symbolize unity and interconnectedness among all living creatures. They remind us that true compassion extends beyond individuals; it encompasses entire communities. Guan Yin, the Bodhisattva from ancient times between 10th-13th century China captivates hearts with her gentle demeanor. Her image represents mercy towards those who suffer while offering solace during difficult times. The Greek icon Pieta showcases Jesus' unconditional love for humanity through his sacrifice on the cross. This profound artwork evokes deep emotions within us while reminding us that true compassion often requires selflessness. A lace card depicting The Sacred Heart of Jesus from 19th-century lithography conveys divine love intertwined with human suffering. It reminds us that even amidst pain, there is always room for empathy and healing. Jesus' interaction with the Centurion portrayed in oil on canvas illustrates how compassion transcends societal boundaries.