King James Version with full narration by Alexander Scourby
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Bowels of Mercies
CategoryArchaic Word / Metaphorical Term
Modern Equivalentdeep compassion; tender mercies; heartfelt sympathy.
KJV Word TypeNoun phrase
DefinitionIn the KJV the word "bowels" (Greek: splagchna) refers to the intestines as the seat of deep emotion — similar to how modern English uses "heart." The phrase "bowels of mercies" (or "tender mercies") describes the deepest possible compassion and loving concern.
Key Verses"Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering." (Colossians 3:12)