ἐγκράτεια enkráteia

Greek · Strong's G1466 · used 4 times in 3 verses

Meaning

self-control (especially continence)

In the King James Version: temperance

Derivation: from G1468 (ἐγκρατής);

Acts 24:25 As Paul expounded on righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment, Felix became frightened and said, “You may go for now. When I find the time, I will call for you.”
Galatians 5:23 gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
2 Peter 1:6 and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness;