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    Bible Name Meaning Tool

    Enter a name to see what it means in Scripture, the language it comes from, and the King James Version verses where it appears. 1,332 names searchable, free and without signup.

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    Mercy

    Pronounced MER-see

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    ✓ In the King James Bible — Yes — Mercy appears in the King James Bible, including Micah 6:8.
    Meaning
    "Compassion; Forgiveness"
    Origin
    English/Latin

    Mercy is one of God's defining attributes — His tender compassion toward those who deserve judgment. The Bible declares that His mercies are new every morning and that He delights in showing mercy. This virtue name captures the heart of the Gospel.

    Spiritual meaning

    Mercy defines God's character and calls His children to reflect it — extending compassion because we ourselves have been shown compassion.

    Related verses (KJV)

    • "He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?"

      Micah 6:8 (KJV) →

    • "Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful."

      Luke 6:36 (KJV) →
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