"My favorite 1828 dictionary defines mercy in a beautiful way: 'That benevolence, mildness or tenderness of heart which disposes a person to overlook injuries, or to treat an offender better than he deserves; the disposition that tempers justice, induces an injured person to forgive trespasses and injuries, and to forbear punishment, or inflict less than law or justice will warrant.' In this sense, there is perhaps no word in our language precisely synonymous with mercy."
Simplify - A Guide to Caring for the Soul
by Carolyn J. Rasmus pg 52
Carolyn J. Rasmus is a teacher by training. Born and raised in Ohio, she has taught on Long Island, New York; at Iowa State University; and at Brigham Young University, where she became acquainted with and joined the Church. After receiving her doctorate degree at Brigham Young University, she became a full professor and also served as administrative assistant to Presidents Dallin H. Oaks and Jeffrey R. Holland. She served in a similar position to the Young Women general presidency. She concluded her professional career teaching at the Orem Institute of Religion. Carolyn is currently serving on the Sunday School general board and also as a member of the board of directors of Deseret Book Company. She enjoys being with people, having opportunities to serve, and modeling her ever-increasing hat collection. She has a cabin in the woods, a four-wheeler, and is just waiting for a time when she can “let loose.”
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