G1655 ἐλεήμων
Strong's Greek Concordance · 2 KJV occurrences
ἐλεήμων
eleḗmōn
Definition
compassionate (actively)
KJV Renderings
merciful
Derivation / Etymology
from G1653 (ἐλεέω);
KJV Verses (2)
- 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.