Orig: from a compound of the base of 3357 and 3806; to be moderate in passion, i.e. gentle (to treat indulgently):--have compassion. G3357
Use: TDNT-5:938,798 Verb
Heb Strong:
1) to be affected moderately or in due measure 2) to preserve moderation in the passions, esp. anger or grief 2a) of one who is not unduly disturbed by the errors, faults, sins of others, but bears them gently