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chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/luke/6.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/luke/6.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />You must be compassionate, just as your Father is compassionate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/luke/6.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Be merciful, even as your Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/luke/6.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/luke/6.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />Be you merciful, as your Father also is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/luke/6.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/luke/6.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Therefore be merciful, just as your Father also is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/luke/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/luke/6.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/luke/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/luke/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/luke/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Be merciful (responsive, compassionate, tender) just as your [heavenly] Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/luke/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Be merciful, just as your Father also is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/luke/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Be merciful, just as your Father also is merciful. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/luke/6.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Be ye merciful, even as your Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/luke/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Have pity on others, just as your Father has pity on you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/luke/6.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Be ye merciful, even as your Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/luke/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Be merciful as your Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/luke/6.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Be merciful just as your Father is merciful. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/luke/6.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/luke/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Therefore be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/luke/6.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/luke/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Therefore be merciful, even as your Father is also merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/luke/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/luke/6.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />Be compassionate just as your Father is compassionate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/luke/6.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />“Therefore be merciful, even as your Father is also merciful. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/luke/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />be therefore merciful, as also your Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/luke/6.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />Be you merciful, as your Father also is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/luke/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> be ye therefore merciful, as also your Father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/luke/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Be ye therefore compassionate, as also your Father is compassionate.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/luke/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/luke/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Therefore, be merciful, just as your Father is also merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/luke/6.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Be merciful, just as [also] your Father is merciful. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/luke/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/luke/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Be therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/6.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />“Be therefore merciful, just as also your Father is merciful.”<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/luke/6.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />Be you, therefore, merciful, as your Father also is merciful.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/luke/6.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br /><FR>Therefore be ye merciful, as your Father is indeed merciful.<Fr><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/luke/6.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />Be ye therefore compassionate, as also your Father is compassionate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/luke/6.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />be ye therefore merciful, as your father is merciful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/luke/6.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />Be compassionate just as your Father is compassionate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/luke/6.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br /><FR>"Be ye merciful, even as your Father is merciful.<Fr><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/luke/6.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br /><FR>be ye therefore merciful as your <Fr><i>heavenly</i><FR> Father also is merciful.<Fr><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/luke/6-36.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/3-5_0Jtd9Lc?start=2367" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/luke/6.htm">Love Your Enemies</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">35</span>But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them, expecting nothing in return. Then your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for He is kind to the ungrateful and wicked. <span class="reftext">36</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: Ginesthe (V-PMM/P-2P) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.">Be</a> <a href="/greek/3629.htm" title="3629: oiktirmones (Adj-NMP) -- Compassionate, merciful. From oikteiro; compassionate.">merciful,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">just</a> <a href="/greek/2531.htm" title="2531: kathōs (Adv) -- According to the manner in which, in the degree that, just as, as. From kata and hos; just as, that.">as</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymōn (PPro-G2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">your</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3962.htm" title="3962: Patēr (N-NMS) -- Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a father.">Father</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: estin (V-PIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">is</a> <a href="/greek/3629.htm" title="3629: oiktirmōn (Adj-NMS) -- Compassionate, merciful. From oikteiro; compassionate.">merciful.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">37</span>Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-7.htm">Matthew 5:7</a></span><br />Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-48.htm">Matthew 5:48</a></span><br />Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-32.htm">Ephesians 4:32</a></span><br />Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-12.htm">Colossians 3:12-13</a></span><br />Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. / Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/2-13.htm">James 2:13</a></span><br />For judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-8.htm">1 Peter 3:8</a></span><br />Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/4-11.htm">1 John 4:11</a></span><br />Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-10.htm">Romans 12:10</a></span><br />Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-20.htm">Romans 12:20-21</a></span><br />On the contrary, “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink. For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head.” / Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/5-22.htm">Galatians 5:22-23</a></span><br />But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, / gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/1-3.htm">2 Corinthians 1:3-4</a></span><br />Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, / who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/titus/3-4.htm">Titus 3:4-5</a></span><br />But when the kindness of God our Savior and His love for mankind appeared, / He saved us, not by the righteous deeds we had done, but according to His mercy, through the washing of new birth and renewal by the Holy Spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/34-6.htm">Exodus 34:6</a></span><br />Then the LORD passed in front of Moses and called out: “The LORD, the LORD God, is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and faithfulness,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/103-8.htm">Psalm 103:8</a></span><br />The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/145-8.htm">Psalm 145:8-9</a></span><br />The LORD is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in loving devotion. / The LORD is good to all; His compassion rests on all He has made.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Be you therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/5-48.htm">Matthew 5:48</a></b></br> Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ephesians/4-31.htm">Ephesians 4:31</a></b></br> Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ephesians/5-1.htm">Ephesians 5:1,2</a></b></br> Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; … </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/11-25.htm">Beneficent</a> <a href="/luke/6-35.htm">Enemies</a> <a href="/luke/6-25.htm">Full</a> <a href="/luke/6-35.htm">Great</a> <a href="/luke/6-35.htm">High</a> <a href="/luke/6-35.htm">Hoping</a> <a href="/luke/6-35.htm">Kind</a> <a href="/luke/6-35.htm">Love</a> <a href="/luke/1-54.htm">Merciful</a> <a href="/luke/5-5.htm">Nevertheless</a> <a href="/matthew/6-18.htm">Recompense</a> <a href="/luke/6-34.htm">Repayment</a> <a href="/2_timothy/3-2.htm">Ungrateful</a> <a href="/luke/6-35.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_timothy/6-18.htm">Beneficent</a> <a href="/luke/19-27.htm">Enemies</a> <a href="/luke/6-38.htm">Full</a> <a href="/luke/6-49.htm">Great</a> <a href="/luke/8-28.htm">High</a> <a href="/luke/23-8.htm">Hoping</a> <a href="/luke/7-39.htm">Kind</a> <a href="/luke/7-42.htm">Love</a> <a href="/luke/18-13.htm">Merciful</a> <a href="/luke/10-11.htm">Nevertheless</a> <a href="/luke/14-12.htm">Recompense</a> <a href="/luke/14-12.htm">Repayment</a> <a href="/2_timothy/3-2.htm">Ungrateful</a> <a href="/luke/6-45.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Luke 6</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/6-1.htm">Jesus reproves the Pharisees;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/6-12.htm">chooses apostles;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/6-17.htm">heals the diseased;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/6-20.htm">preaches to his disciples before the people: the beattitudes;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">27. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/6-27.htm">Love your Enemy</a></span><br><span class="reftext">37. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/6-37.htm">Do not Judge</a></span><br><span class="reftext">43. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/6-43.htm">A Tree and Its Fruit</a></span><br><span class="reftext">46. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/6-46.htm">The House on the Rock</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In the cultural context of first-century Judea, mercy was often seen as a divine attribute, and the call to emulate this quality would have been understood as a call to reflect God's character. The Greek word for "merciful" here is "oiktirmon," which implies a deep, compassionate response to the needs of others. This aligns with the teachings found in the Old Testament, such as in <a href="/micah/6-8.htm">Micah 6:8</a>, where God requires His people to act justly and love mercy. The emphasis on mercy is also seen in the parables of Jesus, such as the Good Samaritan (<a href="/luke/10-25.htm">Luke 10:25-37</a>), which illustrates mercy in action.<p><b>just as your Father</b><br>This phrase establishes a standard for mercy that is divine rather than human. The reference to "your Father" indicates a personal relationship between God and the believer, emphasizing that God's nature is the model for human behavior. In the Jewish tradition, God as Father is a concept that denotes authority, care, and provision, as seen in passages like <a href="/psalms/103-13.htm">Psalm 103:13</a>. The New Testament further develops this idea, with Jesus frequently referring to God as Father, highlighting the intimate relationship believers are invited into (<a href="/matthew/6-9.htm">Matthew 6:9</a>). This familial language underscores the expectation that believers will reflect the character of their heavenly Father.<p><b>is merciful</b><br>The statement that God "is merciful" is a declaration of His inherent nature. Throughout Scripture, God's mercy is a recurring theme, seen in His covenantal faithfulness and forgiveness. In the Old Testament, God's mercy is evident in His dealings with Israel, such as in <a href="/exodus/34-6.htm">Exodus 34:6-7</a>, where He is described as "compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness." In the New Testament, God's mercy is most profoundly demonstrated through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, who embodies divine mercy by offering salvation to humanity. This phrase serves as a reminder that God's mercy is not just an action but an essential aspect of His character, which believers are called to emulate.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a></b><br>The speaker of this verse, Jesus is delivering a sermon that includes teachings on love, mercy, and forgiveness. This is part of what is often referred to as the "Sermon on the Plain."<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/d/disciples.htm">Disciples</a></b><br>The primary audience of Jesus' teachings, including this verse. They are being instructed on how to live in a way that reflects God's character.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/g/god_the_father.htm">God the Father</a></b><br>Referred to as "your Father" in the verse, emphasizing the relationship between God and believers, and setting the standard for mercy.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_sermon_on_the_plain.htm">The Sermon on the Plain</a></b><br>The context in which this teaching is given, similar to the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew, but with distinct elements and emphasis.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_mercy.htm">Understanding Mercy</a></b><br>Mercy involves compassion and forgiveness towards others, even when they may not deserve it. It is an active expression of love that reflects God's character.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/imitating_god.htm">Imitating God</a></b><br>As believers, we are called to imitate God's attributes. Just as God is merciful, we are to extend mercy to others, demonstrating our relationship with Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/m/mercy_in_action.htm">Mercy in Action</a></b><br>Practical ways to show mercy include forgiving those who have wronged us, helping those in need, and showing kindness to those who may not reciprocate.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_challenge_of_mercy.htm">The Challenge of Mercy</a></b><br>Being merciful can be challenging, especially when we feel wronged. However, it is a powerful testimony of God's love and grace working in us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/m/mercy_and_judgment.htm">Mercy and Judgment</a></b><br>Mercy triumphs over judgment. By choosing mercy, we align ourselves with God's heart and His kingdom values.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_luke_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Luke 6</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_we_show_mercy_to_others_daily.htm">How can we show mercy to others daily?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_faith_lead_to_prosperity.htm">How can we show mercy to others daily?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/will_the_merciful_receive_mercy.htm">Will the merciful receive mercy?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_a_godly_father.htm">What defines a godly father?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/luke/6.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(36) <span class= "bld">Be ye therefore merciful.</span>--The form of the sentence is the same as that of <a href="/matthew/5-48.htm" title="Be you therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.">Matthew 5:48</a>, but "merciful" takes the place of "perfect," as being the noblest of the divine attributes, in which all others reach their completeness. The well-known passage in Shakespeare on the "quality of mercy," is, perhaps, the best comment on this verse (<span class= "ital">Merchant of Venice,</span> iv. 1).<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/luke/6.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 36.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Be</span> <span class="cmt_word">ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful</span>. "Yes," goes on the Master, "be ye kind, tender-hearted, merciful; stop not short at the easier love, but go on to the harder; and do this because God does it even to the unthankful and evil" (ver. 35). On this attribute of the mercy of the Most High, James, who had evidently drunk deep of the wisdom contained in this great discourse of his so-called brother, speaks of the Lord as "very pitiful, and of tender mercy" (<a href="/james/5-11.htm">James 5:11</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/luke/6-36.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">Be</span><br /><span class="grk">Γίνεσθε</span> <span class="translit">(Ginesthe)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1096.htm">Strong's 1096: </a> </span><span class="str2">A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">merciful,</span><br /><span class="grk">οἰκτίρμονες</span> <span class="translit">(oiktirmones)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3629.htm">Strong's 3629: </a> </span><span class="str2">Compassionate, merciful. From oikteiro; compassionate.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">just</span><br /><span class="grk">καὶ</span> <span class="translit">(kai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> </span><span class="str2">And, even, also, namely. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">as</span><br /><span class="grk">καθὼς</span> <span class="translit">(kathōs)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2531.htm">Strong's 2531: </a> </span><span class="str2">According to the manner in which, in the degree that, just as, as. From kata and hos; just as, that.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">your</span><br /><span class="grk">ὑμῶν</span> <span class="translit">(hymōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> </span><span class="str2">You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Father</span><br /><span class="grk">Πατὴρ</span> <span class="translit">(Patēr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3962.htm">Strong's 3962: </a> </span><span class="str2">Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐστίν</span> <span class="translit">(estin)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> </span><span class="str2">I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">merciful.</span><br /><span class="grk">οἰκτίρμων</span> <span class="translit">(oiktirmōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3629.htm">Strong's 3629: </a> </span><span class="str2">Compassionate, merciful. 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