A Woman of Compassion — Isha Shel Chemlah

What does “Isha Shel Chemlah” mean in Hebrew?

“Isha Shel Chemlah” (אישה של חמלה) is a Hebrew phrase meaning “A Woman of Compassion.” In Hebrew, Chemlah speaks of mercy, tenderness, and heartfelt concern — qualities that echo the biblical ideal of a woman who strengthens her family and community through acts of kindness and gentle strength.

Learn how to say “A Woman of Compassion” in Hebrew—Isha Shel Chemlah (אישה של חמלה)—and discover the qualities seen in the women of the Bible and in the women who shape our lives today.

Here are rich, related resources you can connect to the theme of “A Woman of Compassion” (Isha Shel Chemlah).

• Eshet Tefilah (אשת תפילה) — A Woman of Prayer
• Eshet Ometz (אשת אומץ) — A Woman of Courage
• The Life of Ruth