G5429

φρόνιμος

phronimos

Adjective · From φρήν (G5424)

From G5424; thoughtful, i.e. sagacious or discreet (implying a cautious character; while G4680 denotes practical skill or acumen; and G4908 indicates rather intelligence or mental acquirement); in a bad sense conceited (also in the comparative):—wise(-r).

Outline

intelligent, wise
prudent, i.e. mindful of one's interests

Usages

Matthew 7:24

¶ Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock:

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Matthew 10:16

¶ Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.

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Matthew 24:45

Who then is a faithful and wise servant, whom his lord hath made ruler over his household, to give them meat in due season?

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Matthew 25:2

And five of them were wise, and five were foolish.

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Matthew 25:4

But the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps.

Breakdown

oil represents the scriptures and more so the understanding of the scriptures.

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Matthew 25:8

And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out.

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Matthew 25:9

But the wise answered, saying, Not so; lest there be not enough for us and you: but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves.

Breakdown

lest there be not enough for us and you The prophets can't stop pushing the truth just to try to make one person get it (Philippians 2:12). buy for yourselves learn the truth for yourself.

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