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Mercy (Middle English, from Anglo-French ''merci'', from Medieval Latin ''merced-'', ''merces'', from Latin, "price paid, wages", from ''merc-'', ''merxi'' "merchandise") is a broad term that refers to benevolence, forgiveness and kindness in a variety of ethical, religious, social and legal contexts.〔〔〔''Forgiveness, mercy, and clemency'' by Austin Sarat, Nasser Hussain 2006 ISBN 0-8047-5333-4 pages 1-5〕〔''Reflections of equality'' by Christoph Menke 2006 ISBN 0-8047-4474-2 page 193〕
The concept of a "Merciful God" appears in various religions, including Christianity, Judaism and Islam.〔〔 Performing acts of mercy as a component of religious beliefs is also emphasized through actions such as the giving of alms, and care for the sick and Works of Mercy.〔〔
In the social and legal context, mercy may refer both to compassionate behavior on the part of those in power (e.g. mercy shown by a judge toward a convict), or on the part of a humanitarian third party, e.g., a mission of mercy aiming to treat war victims.〔〔
==Religion==
Mercy is one of the basic virtues of chivalry, Hinduism, Christian ethics, Islam, and Judaism. It is also related to concepts of justice and morality in behavior between people.
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