ΕΥ̓ΣΠΛΑΓΧΝΙΑΝ, εὐσπλαγχνιαν
EUSPLAGCHNIAN, eusplagchnian
Sounds Like: yoos-PLANGKH-nee-ah
Translations: compassion, a compassion, mercy, a mercy, tender mercy, a tender mercy
From the root: ΕΥΣΠΛΑΓΧΝΙΑ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to a deep, heartfelt compassion or tender mercy. It describes a profound feeling of sympathy and pity that often leads to action. It is a compound word, formed from 'εὖ' (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and 'σπλάγχνα' (splagchna), referring to the inward parts or bowels, which were considered the seat of emotions. Thus, it literally means 'good inward parts' or 'good affections'. It is often used to describe God's merciful nature or the compassion shown by individuals.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Strong’s number: G2151 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Clement of Rome
- Clement’s First Letter — 14:3
The Shepherd of Hermas — Commandments
- Mandate 9 — 1:2
From the same root
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