חֶמְלָה
Commiseration
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What does חֶמְלָה (ḥemĕlāh) mean in the Bible?
חֶמְלָה (ḥemĕlāh) is a Hebrew word meaning "commiseration". commiseration BDB: compassion Usage: merciful, pity.
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Meaning
Deep compassion that moves one to action; tender mercy shown toward the vulnerable or suffering
commiseration BDB: compassion Usage: merciful, pity.