νήφω nḗphō
Meaning
to abstain from wine (keep sober), i.e. (figuratively) be discreet
In the King James Version: be sober, watch
Derivation: of uncertain affinity;
Where it is used
- 1 Thessalonians 5:6 So then, let us not sleep as the others do, but let us remain awake and sober.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:8 But since we belong to the day, let us be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love, and the helmet of our hope of salvation.
- 2 Timothy 4:5 But you, be sober in all things, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.
- 1 Peter 1:13 Therefore prepare your minds for action. Be sober-minded. Set your hope fully on the grace to be given you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
- 1 Peter 4:7 The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear-minded and sober, so that you can pray.
- 1 Peter 5:8 Be sober-minded and alert. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.