Words the Bible translates as merciful
English uses one word here. The Bible uses 3 words, and they do not mean the same thing. Each is listed with what it actually means, most frequent first.
- eleēmōnἐλεήμωνmercifulnot studied yet
- ḥannunחַנּוּןgracious: characteristically and freely inclined to turn toward the needy with real help
- raḥumרַחוּםcompassionate: moved with tender, parent-like mercy toward someone in need
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