σπλάγχνον splánchnon

Meaning

an intestine (plural); figuratively, pity or sympathy

In the King James Version: bowels, inward affection, + tender mercy

Derivation: probably strengthened from (the "spleen");

Where it is used

• Luke 1:78 because of the tender mercy of our God, by which the Dawn will visit us from on high,
• Acts 1:18 (Now with the reward for his wickedness Judas bought a field; there he fell headlong and burst open in the middle, and all his intestines spilled out.
• 2 Corinthians 6:12 It is not our affection, but yours, that is restrained.
• 2 Corinthians 7:15 And his affection for you is even greater when he remembers that you were all obedient as you welcomed him with fear and trembling.
• Philippians 1:8 God is my witness how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus.
• Philippians 2:1 Therefore if you have any encouragement in Christ, if any comfort from His love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any affection and compassion,
• Colossians 3:12 Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
• Philemon 1:7 I take great joy and encouragement in your love, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the saints.
• Philemon 1:12 I am sending back to you him who is my very heart.
• Philemon 1:20 Yes, brother, let me have some benefit from you in the Lord. Refresh my heart in Christ.
• 1 John 3:17 If anyone with earthly possessions sees his brother in need, but withholds his compassion from him, how can the love of God abide in him?