רָחַם
râcham
Modern Summary of Strong’s Concordance (1890)
The word "רָחַם" (râcham) primarily means to show tender affection or care, often expressed through compassion or mercy. It can involve feelings of pity or love toward someone, emphasizing kindness or concern. The term is used to describe acts of showing mercy or compassion in various contexts.
to fondle; by implication, to love, especially to compassionate
The Hebrew word râcham means "to fondle; by implication, to love, especially to compassionate," encompassing related ideas including have compassion, love, mercy, pity.
Lexical data derived from Strong's Exhaustive Concordance. See full disclaimer
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