ΕΠΙΕΙΚΙΑ, επιεικια
EPIEIKIA, epieikia
Sounds Like: ep-ee-I-kee-ah
Translations: gentleness, forbearance, fairness, equity, reasonableness, clemency, a gentleness, a forbearance
From the root: ΕΠΙΕΙΚΙΑ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to the quality of being gentle, fair, and reasonable, often in a context where strict justice might be applied but is tempered with mercy or leniency. It describes a disposition that is not overly rigid or harsh, but rather considerate and equitable. It can be used to describe a person's character or an action that demonstrates such qualities.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine
Strong’s number: G1932 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Codex Sinaiticus
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