ἐπιείκεια epieíkeia

Meaning

suitableness, i.e. (by implication) equity, mildness

In the King James Version: clemency, gentleness

Derivation: from G1933 (ἐπιεικής);

Where it is used

• Acts 24:4 But in order not to delay you any further, I beg your indulgence to hear us briefly.
• 2 Corinthians 10:1 Now by the mildness and gentleness of Christ, I appeal to you—I, Paul, who am humble when face to face with you, but bold when away.