Strong's H2616 · Hebrew
חָסַד
châçad · /khaw-sad'/
Definition
properly, perhaps to bow (the neck only in courtesy to an equal), i.e. to be kind; also (by euphemistically, but rarely) to reprove
KJV: shew self merciful, put to shame.
Root / derivation: a primitive root; (compare H2603 (חָנַן)); (compare H1288 (בָרַךְ))
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered חָסַד across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
2 Samuel1 verse
Psalms1 verse
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H2616 (châçad) mean?
properly, perhaps to bow (the neck only in courtesy to an equal), i.e. to be kind; also (by euphemistically, but rarely) to reprove
How many times does H2616 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H2616 (חָסַד) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “merciful.”
How is châçad translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H2616 is rendered as “merciful” (2×), “shame” (1×).
Where does the Hebrew word חָסַד come from?
a primitive root; (compare H2603 (חָנַן)); (compare H1288 (בָרַךְ))