Greek Strong's Lexicon
G2282
Lemma: ΞΈα½±Ξ»ΟΟ
Transliteration: thal'-po
Definition: probably akin to thallo (to warm); to brood, i.e. (figuratively) to foster
KJV Definition: cherish
Verse usage
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Efesionan 5:29
NASB
for no one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as Christ also [does] the church,
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1 Tesalonisensenan 2:7
NASB
But we proved to be gentle among you, as a nursing [mother] tenderly cares for her own children.