σωφρονέω sōphronéō
Meaning
to be of sound mind, i.e. sane, (figuratively) moderate
In the King James Version: be in right mind, be sober (minded), soberly
Derivation: from G4998 (σώφρων);
Where it is used
- Mark 5:15 When they came to Jesus, they saw the man who had been possessed by the legion of demons sitting there, clothed and in his right mind; and they were afraid.
- Luke 8:35 So the people went out to see what had happened. They came to Jesus and found the man whom the demons had left, sitting at Jesus’ feet, clothed and in his right mind; and they were afraid.
- Romans 12:3 For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but think of yourself with sober judgment, according to the measure of faith God has given you.
- 2 Corinthians 5:13 If we are out of our mind, it is for God; if we are of sound mind, it is for you.
- Titus 2:6 In the same way, urge the younger men to be self-controlled.
- 1 Peter 4:7 The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear-minded and sober, so that you can pray.