Greek Word Study
The meaning of “σώφρων”
Understanding sṓphrōn reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
discreet, sober, temperate. - safe (sound) in mind, i.e. self-controlled (moderate as to opinion or passion)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
σώφρων
Phoneticso'-frone
Transliterationsṓphrōn
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
discreet, sober, temperate. - safe (sound) in mind, i.e. self-controlled (moderate as to opinion or passion)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Timothy 3:2 | “A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach;” Word: σώφρων (sṓphrōn) | |
| Titus 1:8 | “But a lover of hospitality, a lover of good men, sober, just, holy, temperate;” Word: σώφρων (sṓphrōn) | |
| Titus 2:2 | “That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience.” Word: σώφρων (sṓphrōn) | |
| Titus 2:5 | “To be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed.” Word: σώφρων (sṓphrōn) |