Empathy
What does the word "empathy" mean?
Empathy means understanding and sharing the feelings of another person.
What does the word "compassion" mean?
Compassion means feeling concern for others and taking action to help them when they are suffering.
How can you show compassion to someone who is feeling sad?
You can listen to them, offer comfort, and help them with anything they might need.
How is empathy different from sympathy?
Empathy is when you truly understand and feel someone else’s emotions, while sympathy is feeling pity for someone but not fully understanding their emotions.
How is compassion different from kindness?
Compassion involves not just feeling for someone, but also taking action to help them, while kindness is simply being friendly and considerate.
How can practicing empathy help you support a friend going through a tough time?
By listening to their feelings and understanding their situation, you can offer the right support and comfort.
Can you give an example from the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) life where he showed empathy toward others?
When his neighbor was throwing trash at him whenever he walks by, when he comforted a woman whose son had passed away, sharing in her grief and comforting her. etc
Can you give an example of how the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) showed compassion to people in need?
The Prophet (PBUH) showed compassion by feeding the hungry, helping the poor, and caring for orphans and the sick.
How could you show compassion to someone in your school or community who is facing financial struggles?
You could offer help, such as donating clothes, food, or supporting them in other ways to ease their burden.
How can practicing empathy in our daily lives help us resolve conflicts or misunderstandings with others?
Practicing empathy helps us listen to and understand others' feelings, which can lead to better communication, fewer misunderstandings, and more peaceful resolutions to conflicts.
Why is practicing compassion essential in Islam, and how does it affect the way we interact with others?
Compassion is important in Islam because it reflects Allah’s mercy and helps build a caring community.
In what ways can showing empathy in a group setting, like a family or team, improve communication and trust?
Empathy helps people feel heard and understood, which improves cooperation, strengthens relationships, and builds trust within the group.