Strong’s G1653
ἐλεέω
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
eleeó
Pronunciation
el-eh-eh'-o
Definition
To have mercy, to show compassion, to be merciful.
Meaning
I pity, have mercy on.
Usage
The verb "eleeó" is used in the New Testament to express the act of showing mercy or compassion towards someone. It often implies a deep sense of empathy and a desire to alleviate the suffering or need of another. This term is frequently used in the context of divine mercy, where God or Jesus extends compassion to humanity.
Bible references
Matthew 5:7;Matthew 9:27;Matthew 15:22;Matthew 17:15;Matthew 18:33;Matthew 18:33;Matthew 20:30;Matthew 20:31;Mark 5:19;Mark 10:47;Mark 10:48;Luke 16:24;Luke 17:13;Luke 18:38;Luke 18:39;Romans 9:15;Romans 9:15;Romans 9:16;Romans 9:18;Romans 11:30;Romans 11:31;Romans 11:32;Romans 12:8;1 Corinthians 7:25;2 Corinthians 4:1