Strong's G4998 · Greek
σώφρων
sophron · /so'-frone/
Definition
from the base of 4982 and that of 5424; safe (sound) in mind, i.e. self-controlled (moderate as to opinion or passion):--discreet, sober, temperate.
KJV: discreet, sober, temperate
Root / derivation: from the base of 4982 and that of 5424
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered σώφρων across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Titus3 verses
But a lover of hospitality, a lover of good men, sober, just, holy, temperate; men: or, things
Titus 2:2That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience. sober: or, vigilant
Titus 2:5To be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4998 (sophron) mean?
from the base of 4982 and that of 5424; safe (sound) in mind, i.e. self-controlled (moderate as to opinion or passion):--discreet, sober, temperate.
How many times does G4998 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4998 (σώφρων) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “sober.”
How is sophron translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4998 is rendered as “sober” (2×), “discreet” (1×), “temperate” (1×).
Where does the Greek word σώφρων come from?
from the base of 4982 and that of 5424