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Week 18 of Year 3 "The Good Samaritan - Part 2"

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For adult study: "The Good Samaritan - Part 2"

The story summary and questions were written in a way that makes it possible to use a New Testament reference in place of the Urantia reference. A selected chapter from a 1932 book, titled Treasure-House of the Living Religions, supports a spiritual theme that is found within the story. Children will use a one page handout that includes a coloring picture.

Paper 164:1
The Urantia Book

He was moved with compassion

Students may read Paper 164:1.3 or entire section

A lawyer asked Jesus about the Great Commandment. He said, “Who is my neighbor?” Jesus answered him by telling a story about a man who was beaten by robbers and left on the side of the road. A priest passed by and then a Levite, but they did nothing to help. Finally, a Samaritan came by. He brought the man to an inn and paid for his care. Then, Jesus asked who proved to be the man’s neighbor. The lawyer replied, “He who showed mercy.” Jesus said, “Go and do likewise.”

Discussion Questions

Do you think the lawyer was surprised that the Samaritan was the one who helped? Why? The Samaritan was “moved with compassion,” when he saw the injured man. What are some small ways that we can show compassion in our daily lives?


Procedure for using the PDF handouts with children

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Additional reading:

Read what Jesus said to his disciples, at the time of their ordination, regarding the question: Who is my neighbor?

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Re: Compassion

157:2.2 ... And when the feelings of service for your fellow men arise within your soul, do not stifle them; when the emotions of love for your neighbor well up within your heart, give expression to such urges of affection in intelligent ministry to the real needs of your fellows.”

161:2.5 ... He unfailingly responds to the spectacle of human need; suffering never fails to appeal to him. His compassion is moved alike by physical suffering, mental anguish, or spiritual sorrow. ...

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New Testament reference

Revised Common Lectionary

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Chapter 38—Giving and Helping—p.205


Extend your help, not seeking reward.
Give to men, not regretting afterwards.
Those who are thus, are good.  (Taoism)


Character is cultivated by pursuing the right course.
That course is to be cultivated by benevolence.
Benevolence is the chief element in humanity.  (Confucianism)


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