God’s mercy was evoked due to this mother’s cry.  This Divine attribute of mercy can now be seen as taking its place in the story of parshat Mishpatim; it begins with Justice but it ends with Mercy.

In the mornings, I practice calling out to the Lord for mercy through the Jesus prayer: Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner. When I let it (and I can't overstate the ...