Kindness- A Quality Expressed in Word and Action - JESUS A MAN OF GREAT KINDNESS

During his earthly ministry, Jesus was known for being kind and considerate. He was never harsh or overbearing.  With empathy he said:  "Come to me, all you who are toiling and loaded down, and I will refresh you. . . . For my yoke is kindly." (Matthew 11:28-30)  In response to his kindness, people followed Jesus wherever he went. "Moved with pity" Jesus fed them, healed their sick and infirm, and taught them "many things" about his Father. - Mark 6:34; Matthew 14:14; 15:32-38.

As evidence if his great kindness, Jesus was understanding and discerning in his dealings with others. In face, no matter how inconvenient the request, Jesus received  "kindly" all those who sincerely sought him out. (Luke 9:10, 11)  For instance, he did not reprimand a frightened woman who, although she was ceremonially unclean, touched his outer garment in hopes of being cured of a flow of blood. (Leviticus 15:25-27, 28)  With compassion for this woman who had suffered for 12 years, Jesus told her: "Daughter, your faith has made you well. Go in  peace, and be healed from your grievous sickness,: (Mark 5:25-34) What a marvelous kindness! 

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From the jw.org publication