חֶסֶד
chesed
Religious / SynagogueFormsחֲסָדִים
MeaningDoing something good and kind for someone else, without asking for anything back.
HistoryThe word "chesed" first appears in the Bible, thousands of years ago. It described a special kind of kindness and loyalty between people, or between God and people, often as part of an agreement. The meaning is very close to how it is used today.
Example
He did a great kindness for me when he helped me find a job.