What Does Contrite Mean in the Bible

The Hebrew word for contrite means to be crushed, or sometimes to be thoroughly crushed; to be dejected; broken; beaten to pieces, or broken into pieces; to be bruised; to be humbled.

What is the biblical meaning of contrite?

caused by or showing sincere remorse. filled with a sense of guilt and the desire for atonement; penitent: a contrite sinner.

What is an example of contrite?

Feeling regret and sorrow for one’s sins or offenses; penitent. … An example of contrite is the feeling of someone who feels terribly about committing a sin. adjective. Sincerely penitent or feeling regret or sorrow, especially for one’s own actions; apologetic.

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