Is Empathy A Sin?

Adriel Sanchez

March 19, 2021

In the incarnation, Jesus, the Word, assumed every part of humanity except for our sin; including human emotions.

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If empathy is defined as assuming the emotions of another person and being willing to embrace those feelings, in particular those who are suffering, then the Son of God is the ultimate empathizer. In the incarnation, Jesus, the Word, assumed every part of humanity except for our sin; including human emotions.

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