Phronéō — G5426

G5426 · Greek — φρονέω

Pronunciation: fron-eh'-o

Definition

verb

to exercise the mind, i.e. entertain or have a sentiment or opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less earnestly in a certain direction); intensively, to interest oneself in (with concern or obedience)

  1. to have understanding, be wise
  2. to feel, to think
  3. to direct one's mind to a thing, to seek or strive for

Usually translated as

mind, think, minded, care, careful, regard, set the affection on, belikemind, savour

Origin

from G5424

Occurrences

Phronéō occurs 29 times in 21 verses of the King James.

Distribution of the word across the Bible: Matthew (1), Mark (1), Acts (1), Romans (5), 1 Corinthians (2), 2 Corinthians (1), Galatians (1), Philippians (8), Colossians (1)

Strong's Lexicon — P