G2436

ἵλεως

hileōs

Adjective · Perhaps from the alternate form of αἱρέω (G138)

Perhaps from the alternate form of G138; cheerful (as attractive), i.e. propitious; adverbially (by Hebraism) God be gracious!, i.e. (in averting some calamity) far be it:—be it far, merciful.

Outline

propitious, merciful

Usages

Matthew 16:22

Then Peter took him, and began to rebuke him, saying, Be it far from thee, Lord: this shall not be unto thee.

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Hebrews 8:12

For I will be merciful to their unrighteousness, and their sins and their iniquities will I remember no more.

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