σοφός
sophos
wise
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word σοφός (sophos) is defined as "wise." It falls within the semantic domain of Cognition & Perception, indicating its connection to mental faculties and the ability to perceive and understand the world. In the Bible, σοφός is used 22 times, demonstrating its significance in various contexts. Its range of usage is broad,ідомincluding descriptions of individuals, such as Solomon (1 Kings 3:12, 28), who is said to possess divine wisdom, as well as the wisdom attributed to God himself (Psalm 104:24, Hebrews 11:6). The word also appears in phrases like "wise men" (Matthew 2:1), indicating a group of individuals who possess wisdom. The significance of σοφός lies in its association with understanding, discernment, and the ability to make informed decisions. In the biblical context, wisdom is often linked to a deep understanding of God's ways and a commitment to living in accordance with His will.
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Occurrences in Scripture
22 total occurrences across the text
At that time, Jesus answered, “I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you hid these things from the wise and understanding, and revealed them to infants.
Matthew 23:34Therefore behold, I send to you prophets, wise men, and scribes. Some of them you will kill and crucify; and some of them you will scourge in your synagogues, and persecute from city to city;
Luke 10:21In that same hour Jesus rejoiced in the Holy Spirit, and said, “I thank you, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you have hidden these things from the wise and understanding, and revealed them to little children. Yes, Father, for so it was well-pleasing in your sight.”
Romans 1:14I am debtor both to Greeks and to foreigners, both to the wise and to the foolish.
Romans 1:22Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools,
Romans 16:19For your obedience has become known to all. I rejoice therefore over you. But I desire to have you wise in that which is good, but innocent in that which is evil.
Romans 16:27{14.26} to the only wise God through Jesus Christ which is be the glory to the ages Amen to Romans it was written from Corinth through Phoebe the servant the in Cenchrea church.
1 Corinthians 1:19For it is written, “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise. I will bring the discernment of the discerning to nothing.”
1 Corinthians 1:20Where is the wise? Where is the scribe? Where is the lawyer of this world? Hasn’t God made foolish the wisdom of this world?
1 Corinthians 1:25because the foolishness of God is wiser than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men.
1 Corinthians 1:26For you see your calling, brothers, that not many are wise according to the flesh, not many mighty, and not many noble;
1 Corinthians 1:27but God chose the foolish things of the world that he might put to shame those who are wise. God chose the weak things of the world that he might put to shame the things that are strong.
1 Corinthians 3:10According to the grace of God which was given to me, as a wise master builder I laid a foundation, and another builds on it. But let each man be careful how he builds on it.
1 Corinthians 3:18Let no one deceive himself. If anyone thinks that he is wise among you in this world, let him become a fool, that he may become wise.
1 Corinthians 3:18Let no one deceive himself. If anyone thinks that he is wise among you in this world, let him become a fool, that he may become wise.
1 Corinthians 3:19For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, “He has taken the wise in their craftiness.”
1 Corinthians 3:20And again, “The Lord knows the reasoning of the wise, that it is worthless.”
1 Corinthians 6:5I say this to move you to shame. Isn’t there even one wise man among you who would be able to decide between his brothers?
Ephesians 5:15Therefore watch carefully how you walk, not as unwise, but as wise,
1 Timothy 1:17Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, to God who alone is wise, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.
James 3:13Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show by his good conduct that his deeds are done in gentleness of wisdom.
Jude 1:25to God our Savior, who alone is wise, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and forever. Amen.