Strong’s H4247

מְחִלָּה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

mchillah

Pronunciation

meh-khee-LAH

Definition

Forgiveness, pardon

Meaning

a cavern

Usage

The term "mechillah" is used to denote the concept of forgiveness or pardon, particularly in the context of divine forgiveness of sins. It reflects the act of absolving or releasing someone from the burden of guilt or wrongdoing. In the Hebrew Bible, forgiveness is often associated with God's mercy and grace, emphasizing His willingness to forgive the repentant.

Bible references

Isaiah 2:19