''For the phrenological faculty, see
Benevolence (Phrenology)''
'Benevolence' characterizes the true
goodness of the mind and spirit, the unbiased kindness to do good. It confers thought and regard for the welfare of other people, and finds expression in sympathy and kindly gentleness and
compassion, with charitableness and
kindness. It is the expression of
agape love (greek word for unconditional love).