Prudence, Prudent

akin to phroneo, "to have understanding" (phren, "the mind"), denotes "practical wisdom, prudence in the management of affairs." It is translated "wisdom" in Luk 1:17; "prudence" in Eph 1:8. See WISDOM.

"understanding," is rendered "prudence" in 1Co 1:19, RV (AV, "understanding"); it suggests quickness of apprehension, the penetrating consideration which precedes action. Cp. B, in the same verse. See KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING.

signifies "intelligent, sagacious, understanding" (akin to suniemi, "to perceive"), translated "prudent" in Mat 11:25, AV (RV, "understanding"); Luk 10:21 (ditto); Act 13:7, RV, "(a man) of understanding;" in 1Co 1:19, "prudent," RV an AV. Cp. asunetos, "without understanding."