The authenticity of mercifulness is ultimately revealed not through isolated acts that might serve an immediate purpose, but through consistent, genuine, and compassionate behavior towards all individuals, especially those who are most vulnerable.

Mercifulness, in its truest sense, is a profound and genuine expression of compassion and leniency towards others, especially those who are vulnerable or at a disadvantage. This quality involves empathy, understanding, and a sincere willingness to alleviate suffering without ulterior motives.

When groups or individuals, such as H-a-m-a-s, engage in acts that are fundamentally at odds with the principles of mercy and compassion—such as taking people from their homes, subjecting them to unimaginable experiences, or mistreating vulnerable individuals, especially women, children, and the elderly—any subsequent actions that appear merciful should be taken as manipulation. These actions are strategic or propagandistic, aimed at creating a certain image rather than stemming from genuine compassion.

The use of mercy as a facade in such contexts is particularly troubling. Forcing people to wave as they are released as we see is a shameless tactic to obscure their atrocities or to gain political or social leverage.

The forced viewing of the Oct 7 violence by children, physically hurting them as they cry in response, separating mothers from their children and lying about their fate, the mistreatment of sick elderly, and the overall inhumane conditions reported by those returned - are stark contradictions to the concept of mercifulness.

Such actions reflect a deep disregard for basic human dignity and rights.

In light of these considerations, it becomes crucial to distinguish between true mercifulness, which is selfless and empathetic, and actions that are driven by manipulation, coercion, or a desire to deceive.

If you know the word רחמים /ra-kha-'meem/ or שער הרחמים The Gate of Mercy in Jerusalem, these words are all connected in meaning.

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