Religious Studies GCSE

Karuna

What Karuna means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.

Definition of Karuna

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Compassion; feeling pity for the suffering of others on a deep level.

AQA · Component 1: The study of religions: beliefs, teachings (study guide)

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Component 1: The study of religions: beliefs, teachings (AQA GCSE)

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