In the scriptures, compassion means literally "to suffer with." It also means to show sympathy, pity, and mercy for another.

The Lord called upon his people to show compassion, Zech. 7: 8-10. Jesus was moved with compassion, Matt. 9: 36 (Matt. 20: 34; Mark 1: 41; Luke 7: 13). A certain Samaritan had compassion on him, Luke 10: 33. Have compassion for one another, 1 Pet. 3: 8. Christ is filled with compassion toward the children of men, Mosiah 15: 9. My bowels are filled with compassion toward you, 3 Ne. 17: 6. Joseph Smith prayed for the Lord's compassion, D&C 121: 3-5.