Strong’s G3629

οἰκτίρμων

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

oiktirmón

Pronunciation

oyk-teer-MONE

Definition

Compassionate, Merciful

Meaning

compassionate, merciful.

Usage

The term "oiktirmón" is used to describe a deep sense of compassion and mercy, often attributed to God or expected of believers. It conveys a heartfelt empathy and a readiness to alleviate suffering. In the New Testament, it emphasizes the character of God as merciful and the call for believers to emulate this divine attribute.

Bible references

Luke 6:36;Luke 6:36;James 5:11