3053. logismos

Lexicon

logismos: Thought, reasoning, argument, speculation

Original Word: λογισμός
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine
Transliteration: logismos
Pronunciation: log-is-MOS
Phonetic Spelling: (log-is-mos')
Definition: Thought, reasoning, argument, speculation
Meaning: reasoning, thinking; a conception, device.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

imagination, thought.

From logizomai; computation, i.e. (figuratively) reasoning (conscience, conceit) -- imagination, thought.

see GREEK logizomai

HELPS Word-studies

3053 logismós (from 3049 /logízomai, "to reckon") – properly, "bottom-line" reasoning that reflects someone's values, i.e. how they personally assign weight in determining what they find reasonable.

3053 /logismós ("calculated arguments, thoughts") emphasizes reaching a personal opinion, i.e. what comes out of a personal reckoning.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from logizomai
Definition
a reasoning, a thought
NASB Translation
speculations (1), thoughts (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 3053: λογισμός

λογισμός, λογισμοῦ, ὁ (λογίζομαι));

1. a reckoning, computation.

2. a reasoning: such as is hostile to the Christian faith, 2 Corinthians 10:4(5) (A. V. imaginations).

3. a judgment, decision: such as conscience passes, Romans 2:15 (A. V. thoughts). (Thucydides, Xenophon, Plato, Demosthenes, others; the Sept. for מַחֵשָׁבָה, as Proverbs 6:18; Jeremiah 11:19; Psalm 32:10 ().)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb λογίζομαι (logizomai), meaning "to reckon, calculate, or consider."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for λογισμός, similar concepts can be found in Hebrew words related to thought and reasoning, such as:
• H4284 מַחֲשָׁבָה (machashabah): Meaning "thought" or "plan," often used in contexts of devising or considering.
• H2803 חָשַׁב (chashab): A verb meaning "to think, account, or reckon," which conveys the idea of mental calculation or planning.

These Hebrew terms reflect the broader biblical theme of the importance of aligning one's thoughts and plans with God's purposes.

Usage: In the New Testament, λογισμός is used to describe thoughts or reasonings, particularly those that are contrary to the knowledge of God or that need to be brought into submission to Christ.

Context: • Contextual Overview: The word λογισμός appears in the New Testament in contexts that emphasize the importance of aligning human reasoning with divine truth. It is often associated with the internal deliberations and arguments that can either support or oppose one's faith and understanding of God's will.
• Key Scripture: One of the notable uses of λογισμός is found in 2 Corinthians 10:5, where the Apostle Paul writes, "We tear down arguments and every presumption set up against the knowledge of God; and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ" (BSB). Here, λογισμός is translated as "arguments," highlighting the intellectual and spiritual battle against ideas that challenge God's truth.
• Theological Implications: The use of λογισμός in the New Testament underscores the Christian responsibility to critically evaluate and transform one's thought life. Believers are encouraged to discern and reject any reasoning that contradicts the teachings of Christ, thereby fostering a mindset that is in harmony with divine wisdom.
• Practical Application: In practical terms, this involves a conscious effort to align one's thoughts with biblical principles, ensuring that personal beliefs and decisions are informed by Scripture. This process of taking thoughts captive is essential for spiritual growth and maturity, as it helps believers to resist worldly influences and remain steadfast in their faith.

Forms and Transliterations

λογισμοί λογισμοίς λογισμόν λογισμός λογισμους λογισμούς λογισμοὺς λογισμων λογισμών λογισμῶν logismon logismôn logismōn logismō̂n logismous logismoùs

Englishman's Concordance

Romans 2:15 N-GMP
GRK: ἀλλήλων τῶν λογισμῶν κατηγορούντων ἢ
NAS: bearing witness and their thoughts alternately
KJV: and [their] thoughts the mean while accusing
INT: one another the thoughts accusing or

2 Corinthians 10:5 N-AMP
GRK: λογισμοὺς καθαιροῦντες καὶ
NAS: [We are] destroying speculations and every
KJV: Casting down imaginations, and every
INT: arguments overthrowing and

Strong's Greek 3053
2 Occurrences

λογισμῶν — 1 Occ.
λογισμοὺς — 1 Occ.