2155. eusplagchnos

Lexicon

eusplagchnos: Compassionate, tender-hearted

Original Word: εὔσπλαγχνος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: eusplagchnos
Pronunciation: yoo-SPLANGKH-nos
Phonetic Spelling: (yoo'-splangkh-nos)
Definition: Compassionate, tender-hearted
Meaning: tender-hearted, merciful, compassionate.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

pitiful, tender-hearted.

From eu and splagchnon; well compassioned, i.e. Sympathetic -- pitiful, tender-hearted.

see GREEK eu

see GREEK splagchnon

HELPS Word-studies

2155 eúsplagxnos (an adjective, derived from 2095 /eú, "good" and 4698/splagxnon, "the visceral organs") – properly, the visceral organs ("bowels") as they exercise positive gut-level sympathy (empathy, compassion) – i.e. "living with guts."

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from eu and splagchnon
Definition
tenderhearted, compassionate
NASB Translation
kindhearted (1), tender-hearted (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 2155: εὔσπλαγχνος

εὔσπλαγχνος, ἐυσπλαγχνον (εὖ and σπλάγχνον, which see), properly, having strong bowels; once so in Hippocrates (), p. 89 c. (edited by Foës., i. 197, Kühn edition); in Biblical and ecclesiastical lang. compassionate, tender-hearted: Ephesians 4:32; 1 Peter 3:8; prec. Manass. 7 ((see the Sept., Tdf. edition, Proleg. § 29); Test xii. Patr. test. Zab. § 9; cf. Harnack's note on Hermas, vis. 1, 2 [ET]).

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from εὖ (eu, meaning "good" or "well") and σπλάγχνον (splagchnon, meaning "inward parts" or "compassion").

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for εὔσπλαγχνος, similar concepts can be found in Hebrew words such as רַחוּם (rachum, Strong's H7349), meaning "compassionate," and חֶסֶד (chesed, Strong's H2617), often translated as "loving-kindness" or "mercy." These terms reflect the compassionate nature of God as seen in the Old Testament.

Usage: The word εὔσπλαγχνος is used in the New Testament to describe a quality of character that reflects God's own compassion and mercy. It is an attribute that believers are encouraged to cultivate in their relationships with one another.

Context: • Biblical Context: The term εὔσπλαγχνος appears in the New Testament in contexts that emphasize the importance of compassion and mercy as central virtues in the Christian life. It is often associated with the character of God and the expected behavior of believers.
• Scriptural References:
• Ephesians 4:32 (BSB): "Be kind and tender-hearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you." Here, εὔσπλαγχνος is translated as "tender-hearted," highlighting the call for believers to exhibit genuine compassion and forgiveness.
• 1 Peter 3:8 (BSB): "Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tender-hearted and humble." In this verse, εὔσπλαγχνος is again rendered as "tender-hearted," underscoring the importance of empathy and humility in Christian community.
• Theological Significance: The concept of being εὔσπλαγχνος is deeply rooted in the character of God, who is described throughout Scripture as merciful and compassionate. Believers are called to reflect this divine attribute in their interactions, demonstrating a heart that is moved by the needs and sufferings of others. This quality is not merely an emotional response but a deliberate choice to act in kindness and mercy.
• Practical Application: Cultivating a tender-hearted nature involves being attentive to the needs of others, responding with genuine care, and being willing to forgive. It requires an openness to the Holy Spirit's work in transforming one's heart to mirror the compassion of Christ.

Forms and Transliterations

ευσαναλλάκτως ευσπλαγχνοι εύσπλαγχνοι εὔσπλαγχνοι ευσταθούν ευστόχως ευστροφία eusplanchnoi eúsplanchnoi

Englishman's Concordance

Ephesians 4:32 Adj-NMP
GRK: ἀλλήλους χρηστοί εὔσπλαγχνοι χαριζόμενοι ἑαυτοῖς
NAS: to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving
KJV: one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving
INT: one another kind tender-hearted forgiving each other

1 Peter 3:8 Adj-NMP
GRK: συμπαθεῖς φιλάδελφοι εὔσπλαγχνοι ταπεινόφρονες
NAS: brotherly, kindhearted, and humble in spirit;
KJV: love as brethren, [be] pitiful, [be] courteous:
INT: sympathizing loving the brothers tender hearted humble

Strong's Greek 2155
2 Occurrences

εὔσπλαγχνοι — 2 Occ.