ἐλεήμων eleḗmōn
Meaning
compassionate (actively)
In the King James Version: merciful
Derivation: from G1653 (ἐλεέω);
Where it is used
- Matthew 5:7 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
- Hebrews 2:17 For this reason He had to be made like His brothers in every way, so that He might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, in order to make atonement for the sins of the people.