חָנַן
chânan
Modern Summary of Strong’s Concordance (1890)
The word "חָנַן" (chânan) primarily means to show kindness or favor, often by willingly lowering oneself to help someone of lower status. It can also refer to granting mercy or pity, or to asking for favor through a plea or petition. The term is used both to describe acts of graciousness and the act of earnestly requesting such kindness.
properly, to bend or stoop in kindness to an inferior; to favor, bestow; causatively to implore (i.e. move to favor by petition)
The Hebrew word chânan means "properly, to bend or stoop in kindness to an inferior; to favor, bestow; causatively to implore (i.e. move to favor by petition)," encompassing related ideas including beseech, fair, favour, be.
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