Lexicon sóphrón: Sober-minded, self-controlled, temperate, prudent Original Word: σώφρων Strong's Exhaustive Concordance discreet, sober, temperate. From the base of sozo and that of phren; safe (sound) in mind, i.e. Self-controlled (moderate as to opinion or passion) -- discreet, sober, temperate. see GREEK sozo see GREEK phren HELPS Word-studies 4998 sṓphrōn (from sōos, "sound, safe" and 5424 /phrḗn, "inner outlook" which regulates outward behavior) – properly, safe (sound) because moderated, referring to what is prudent because correctly (divinely) balanced (which is far more than being "the middle of the road"). 4998 /sṓphrōn ("acting in God's definition of balance") makes someone genuinely temperate, i.e. well-balanced from God's perspective. True balance is not "one-size-fits-all" nor is it blandly static. Biblical moderation (4998 /sṓphrōn) describes "a man who does not command himself, but rather is commanded by God'" (K. Wuest, Word Studies, 2, 46). This root (sōphro-, "soundness") then reflects living in God-defined balance. [The root (phrēn) is the root of "diaphram," the inner organ (muscle) that regulates physical life, controlling breathing and heart beat. The whole word-family (root, sōphro-) comes from sōos ("safe") and phrēn ("what regulates life"), which is the root of the English term "diaphram"). Example: An opera singer controls the length (quality) of their tones by their diaphragm which even controls the ability to breathe and moderates heartbeat. Hence it regulates ("brings safety") to the body, keeping it properly controlled.] NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as sózó and from phrén Definition of sound mind, self-controlled NASB Translation prudent (1), sensible (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4998: σώφρωνσώφρων, σωφρον (from σάος, contracted σῶς (cf. σῴζω, at the beginning), and φρήν, hence, the poetic σαοφρων; cf. ἄφρων, ταπεινόφρων, μεγαλόφρων) (from Homer down); a. of sound mind, sane, in one's senses (see σωφρονέω, a. and σωφροσύνη, a.). b. curbing one's desires and impulses, self-controlled, temperate (R. V. soberminded) ((ἐπιθυμεῖ ὁ σώφρων ὧν δεῖ καί ὡς δεῖ καί ὅτε, Aristot eth. Nic. 3, 15 at the end), see (σωφροσύνη, b.): 1 Timothy 3:2; Titus 1:8; Titus 2:2, 5. STRONGS NT 4998a: τ [τ ,Tau: on the receding (ττ( in the vocabulary of the N. T. before (σς(, see under Sigma.] Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "sóphrōn," the concept of self-control and sound judgment can be related to several Hebrew terms that convey similar ideas, such as חָכָם (chakam, Strong's 2450, meaning "wise") and נָבוֹן (navon, Strong's 995, meaning "understanding" or "discerning"). These terms reflect the Old Testament emphasis on wisdom and prudence as key aspects of a godly life. Usage: The word "sóphrōn" is used in the New Testament to describe individuals who exhibit self-control and a balanced, rational approach to life. It is often associated with virtues such as wisdom, discretion, and moral integrity. Context: The Greek term "sóphrōn" appears in several New Testament passages, emphasizing the importance of self-control and sound judgment in the life of a believer. In Titus 1:8, it is listed as a qualification for church leaders, highlighting the necessity for elders to be "self-controlled" as part of their character. Similarly, in Titus 2:2, older men are encouraged to be "temperate, dignified, self-controlled, and sound in faith, love, and perseverance." Englishman's Concordance 1 Timothy 3:2 Adj-AMSGRK: ἄνδρα νηφάλιον σώφρονα κόσμιον φιλόξενον NAS: temperate, prudent, respectable, KJV: vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, INT: husband sober self-controlled respectable hospitable Titus 1:8 Adj-AMS Titus 2:2 Adj-AMP Titus 2:5 Adj-AFP Strong's Greek 4998 |
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