Strong's Lexicon phronésis: Understanding, insight, wisdom, prudence Original Word: φρόνησις Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb φρονέω (phroneō), meaning "to think" or "to have understanding." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H2451 (חָכְמָה, chokmah): Often translated as "wisdom," this Hebrew term shares a similar meaning with phronésis, emphasizing skillful living and moral insight. - H998 (בִּינָה, binah): Translated as "understanding," it denotes discernment and the ability to perceive the true nature of things. Usage: Phronésis refers to a type of wisdom or understanding that involves practical insight and prudence. It is the ability to discern the right course of action in various situations, combining both intellectual and moral elements. This term is often associated with the capacity to make sound judgments and decisions based on knowledge and experience. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, phronésis was highly valued as a virtue, often linked to the concept of practical wisdom or prudence. It was considered essential for effective leadership and governance. In the biblical context, phronésis is seen as a gift from God, enabling believers to live righteously and make decisions that align with divine will. The concept is closely related to the Hebrew idea of "hokmah" (wisdom), which encompasses both knowledge and the skillful application of that knowledge in daily life. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 5428 phrónēsis (another feminine noun from the same root, phr-) – that brand of visceral opinion which pleases the Lord because shaped by God's inworkings of faith ("divine persuasion," 4102 /pístis), i.e. Christ-enlightened perspective which has the insight to make intelligent (shrewd) life-applications in the will of God. See 5429 (phronimos). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom phroneó Definition understanding, practical wisdom NASB Translation attitude (1), insight (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5428: φρόνησιςφρόνησις, φρονήσεως, ἡ (φρονέω), understanding: joined with σοφία (as 1 Kings 4:25 (29); Daniel 1:17, Theod.; ἡ σοφία ἀνδρί τίκτει φρόνησιν, Proverbs 10:23), Ephesians 1:8 (A. V. prudence; see σοφία, at the end); specifically, knowledcje and holy love of the will of God (A. V. wisdom), Luke 1:17 (Wis. 3:15; the Sept. for בִּינָה, תְּבוּנָה, חָכְמָה; used variously by Greek writers from Sophocles and Euripides down). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance prudence, wisdom. From phroneo; mental action or activity, i.e. Intellectual or moral insight -- prudence, wisdom. see GREEK phroneo Forms and Transliterations φρονησει φρονήσει φρονήσεως φρονήσεώς φρόνησιν φρόνησίν φρόνησις φρόνησίς phronesei phronēsei phronḗseiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Luke 1:17 N-DFSGRK: ἀπειθεῖς ἐν φρονήσει δικαίων ἑτοιμάσαι NAS: and the disobedient to the attitude of the righteous, KJV: to the wisdom of the just; INT: [the] disobedient to [the] wisdom of [the] righteous to make ready Ephesians 1:8 N-DFS |
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