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G4993 · σωφρονέω

sōphronéō

Primary-Source Attested

Strong’s definition

to be of sound mind, i.e. sane, (figuratively) moderate

KJV gloss list in the source

be in right mind, be sober (minded), soberly

Derivation recorded by Strong

from G4998 (σώφρων);

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