” ‘Blessed are the merciful for they will receive mercy’ (Matt. 5:7).
The merciful person is he who gives to others what he has himself received from God, whether it be money, or food, or strength, a helpful word, a prayer,
or anything else that he has through which he can express his compassion for those in need.
At the same time he considers himself a debtor, since he has received more than he is asked to give.”
St. Peter of Damaskos