Proverbs 12:10 A righteous man regards the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel. 

‘A righteous man regards the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.’ The righteous are merciful, but the wicked are not. The man who shows mercy edifies his soul, is compassionate, and has a merciful spirit (Matt. 5:7; 18:27; 1Pet. 3:8).

Twelve commands for Christians: Be one of mind (1Pet. 3:8; Eph. 4:1-3). Have compassion for one another. Love as brethren (1Cor. 13:1-13). Be pitful (tenderhearted). Be courteous (friendly). Not rendering evil for evil (1Pet. 3:9). Not railing for railing. Be a blessing to others. Control your tongue (1Pet. 3:10; Jas. 3:1-18). Do not be deceptive. Shun evil and do good (1Pet. 3:11). Seek peace and pursue it.