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loving-kindness

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[luhv-ing-kahynd-nis] / ˈlʌv ɪŋˈkaɪnd nɪs /

noun

  1. tender kindness motivated by or expressing affection.

Etymology

Origin of loving-kindness

First recorded in 1525–35

Example Sentences

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Loving kindness of the Father enfolds and blesses everything, 715-l.

From Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry by Pike, Albert

Loving kindness and truth go before your face.

From The World English Bible (WEB): Psalms by Anonymous

Loving kindness refers to the creation of the world, which was an act of pure grace on the part of God.

From A History of Mediaeval Jewish Philosophy by Husik, Isaac

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