ἔλεος

eleosNoun (Neuter)G1656

mercy

From: of uncertain affinity;

Short Definition

compassion (human or divine, especially active)

Full Lexicon Entry

mercy, pity, compassion
1.of men
2.Of God
3.Of Christ.
Synonyms
*οἰκτιρμός *(see: ἐλεέω)
LXX Usage: chiefly for חֶסֶד

Grammar

Part of Speech Noun (Neuter)

Morphology G:N-N

DescriptionGreek Noun, Neuter

Occurrences

26 times

Appears 26 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Luke
6
2 Timothy
3
Matthew
3
Romans
3
James
2

Key Passages

  • 1 Peter 1:3
  • 2 Timothy 1:18
  • James 3:17
  • Luke 1:58
  • Matthew 23:23

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