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σωφρόνως G4996
G4996 is the Greek word σωφρόνως, transliterated sōphrónōs. The King James Version most often renders it soberly.
What it means
with sound mind, i.e. moderately.
Where it comes from
adverb from G4998 (σώφρων).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 1 tagged occurrence, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: soberly.
Verses using σωφρόνως
All 1 verse, quoted in full.
Titus 2:12 · KJV
Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;
Common questions
What does Strong's G4996 mean?
G4996 is the Greek word σωφρόνως (sōphrónōs), meaning with sound mind, i.e. moderately.
How is G4996 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it soberly (1 time).
How many times does G4996 appear in the Bible?
σωφρόνως (sōphrónōs) is tagged in 1 verse of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G4996 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: adverb from G4998 (σώφρων).
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