φρονέω
phroneōVerbG5426
to reason
From: from G5424 (φρήν);
Short Definition
to exercise the mind, i.e. entertain or have a sentiment or opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less earnestly in a certain direction); intensively, to interest oneself in (with concern or obedience)
Full Lexicon Entry
1.to have understanding (Hon.).
2.to think, to be minded in a certain way
3.to have in mind, be mindful of, think of (Hdt., Xen. Es, 1Mac, ll. with)
LXX Usage: (חָכָם), (שָׂכַל hi.), (בִּין),; *
Grammar
Part of Speech Verb
Morphology G:V
DescriptionGreek Verb
Occurrences
22 timesAppears 22 times in the New Testament. Top books include:
Philippians
8
Romans
6
1 Corinthians
2
2 Corinthians
1
Acts
1
Key Passages
- 1 Corinthians 13:11
- Colossians 3:2
- Philippians 1:7
- Philippians 3:16
- Romans 11:20
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