Hence, kind; gracious; merciful; helpful; -- said of a person or a divinity.

Not in Scripture, but included here for further magnification of the definition of the word above. This act is the one thing most misunderstood by the unbeliever, so with the destiny of all mankind at stake, this extra explanation is added. The hope is that even one more person will accept Him as his personal Saviour while there is still time. rp] Applied to God: Disposed to be gracious and merciful; ready to forgive sins and bestow blessings.

Convenient; auspicious; favorable; kind; as, a propitious season; a propitious breeze.

presenting favorable circumstances; "propitious omens"