Greek Word Study · Strong’s G1655

ἐλεήμων

eleēmōn · “merciful”

Used 2 times across 2 books

Definition

ἐλεήμων, -ον
[in LXX chiefly for חַנּוּן ;]
merciful: Mat.5:7, Heb.2:17.†

Where it appears

Matthew

1

Hebrews

1

In the text

Matthew 5:7Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.Hebrews 2:17Wherefore in all things it behoved him to be made like unto his brethren, that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the sins of the people.

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