Hebrew · H7356, H7355 · unreviewed

רַחֲמִים / רָחַם

Compassion (in the plural); by extension, the womb (as cherishing the fetus); by implication, a maiden · to fondle ; by implication, to love , especially to compassionate

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רַחַם H7356 compassion (in the plural); by extension, the womb (as cherishing the fetus); by implication, a maiden
Pronunciation raḥam
Compassion as visceral, physical sensation rooted in the womb—God's mercy is embodied tenderness, not abstract.
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רָחַם H7355 to fondle ; by implication, to love , especially to compassionate
Pronunciation rāḥam
Physical tenderness toward the vulnerable grounds God's merciful love—compassion rooted in deep emotional attachment, not abstract duty.
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What does רַחֲמִים / רָחַם (raḥămîm / rāḥam) mean in the Bible?

רַחַם · רָחַם is a Hebrew word meaning "compassion, mercy, tender love.". compassion, mercy, tender love.

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Meaning

compassion, mercy, tender love.
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