Greek Word Study
The meaning of “φρόνησις”
Understanding phrónēsis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
prudence, wisdom. - mental action or activity, i.e. intellectual or moral insight
G5428
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
φρόνησις
Phoneticfron'-ay-sis
Transliterationphrónēsis
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
prudence, wisdom. - mental action or activity, i.e. intellectual or moral insight
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 1:17 | “And he shall go before him in the spirit and power of Elias, to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just; to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.” Word: φρόνησις (phrónēsis) | |
| Ephesians 1:8 | “Wherein he hath abounded toward us in all wisdom and prudence;” Word: φρόνησις (phrónēsis) |