Question 1

What is the Hebrew word for love?

Accepted Answer

The Hebrew word for love is hesed (חֶסֶד, H2617). It means "steadfast love" and appears throughout the Old Testament. In English Bibles it is translated as: lovingkindness, steadfast love, mercy, kindness, loyalty.

Question 2

How do you pronounce hesed?

Accepted Answer

hesed is pronounced "hesed". It is the transliteration (romanized form) of the Hebrew word חֶסֶד (H2617).

Question 3

What does hesed mean in the Bible?

Accepted Answer

hesed (חֶסֶד, H2617) means "steadfast love; lovingkindness; mercy". It appears throughout the Old Testament and is translated in English Bibles as: lovingkindness, steadfast love, mercy, kindness, loyalty.

Question 4

How is hesed translated in English Bibles?

Accepted Answer

English Bibles translate hesed (חֶסֶד) as: lovingkindness, steadfast love, mercy, kindness, loyalty. The core meaning is "steadfast love." Different translations may use different English words depending on context.