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σωφρονίζω G4994
G4994 is the Greek word σωφρονίζω, transliterated sōphronízō. The King James Version most often renders it teach.
What it means
to make of sound mind, i.e. (figuratively) to discipline or correct.
Where it comes from
from G4998 (σώφρων).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 2 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: teach to be sober.
Verses using σωφρονίζω
All 1 verse, quoted in full.
Titus 2:4 · KJV
That they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children,
Common questions
What does Strong's G4994 mean?
G4994 is the Greek word σωφρονίζω (sōphronízō), meaning to make of sound mind, i.e. (figuratively) to discipline or correct.
How is G4994 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it teach (1 time), sober (1 time).
How many times does G4994 appear in the Bible?
σωφρονίζω (sōphronízō) is tagged in 1 verse of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G4994 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: from G4998 (σώφρων).
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