Pro 12:10 | MHM | STEP | Mercy Shown by the Righteous and Cruelty of the Wicked This verse highlights the difference between a good person and a wicked person by the way they treat animals. It shows that true goodness cares for all living things, while wickedness leads even natural kindness to become cruel. v. 10 : A righteous person is merciful and takes care of his animals. He understands that animals are also creatures made by God and should be treated with kindness. The Bible says, A righteous man regards the life of his beast . We must make sure the animals under our care are fed, rested, and not abused. Even in the law, God showed concern for oxen and other animals. Being cruel to animals shows a lack of justice and kindness and adds to the suffering of creation (Romans 8:22 ). On the other hand, a wicked person is the opposite. Even when he tries to show mercy, his actions are still cruel. The Bible says, The tender mercies of the wicked are cruel . Their so-called kindness is often just a cover for real harshness, like when Pilate said about Jesus, I will chastise him and let him go (Luke 23:16 ). Their hearts are hardened, and they cannot truly care for others, not even animals.

‏ Proverbs 12:10

Mercy Shown by the Righteous and Cruelty of the Wicked

This verse highlights the difference between a good person and a wicked person by the way they treat animals. It shows that true goodness cares for all living things, while wickedness leads even natural kindness to become cruel.

v. 10: A righteous person is merciful and takes care of his animals. He understands that animals are also creatures made by God and should be treated with kindness. The Bible says, A righteous man regards the life of his beast . We must make sure the animals under our care are fed, rested, and not abused. Even in the law, God showed concern for oxen and other animals. Being cruel to animals shows a lack of justice and kindness and adds to the suffering of creation (Romans 8:22 ^a). On the other hand, a wicked person is the opposite. Even when he tries to show mercy, his actions are still cruel. The Bible says, The tender mercies of the wicked are cruel . Their so-called kindness is often just a cover for real harshness, like when Pilate said about Jesus, I will chastise him and let him go (Luke 23:16 ^b). Their hearts are hardened, and they cannot truly care for others, not even animals.