I read about a theory which states that altruistic and moral actions are practiced by human beings because they make one to be loved, respected, and to have people who will help you in tight situations. If that's right, morality is related to the survival of a person. But what about the feelings of pity or mercy, which makes someone help others? Are they just the same as moralistic feelings? From where does it come?
PS: Sorry for any grammar errors, english is not my native language