Definition
νήφω
to be sober, abstain from wine; metaphorically, of moral alertness, to be sober, calm, circumspect: 1 Thessalonians 5:6; 5:8, 2 Timothy 4:5 (see Ellic., in l), 1 Peter 1:13; 4:7; 5:8 (cf. ἐκ-, ἐκ-νήφω, and see MM, xvii).
Synonyms: ἀγρυπνέω, γρηγορέω
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- 1 Thessalonians 5:6νήφωμεν · soberSo then, let us not sleep as the others do, but let us remain awake and sober.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:8νήφωμεν · let us be soberBut since we belong to the day, let us be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love, and the helmet of our hope of salvation.
- 2 Timothy 4:5νῆφε · be soberBut you, be sober in all things, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.
- 1 Peter 1:13νήφοντες · Be sober-mindedTherefore prepare your minds for action. Be sober-minded. Set your hope fully on the grace to be given you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
- 1 Peter 4:7νήψατε · soberThe end of all things is near. Therefore be clear-minded and sober, so that you can pray.
- 1 Peter 5:8Νήψατε · Be sober-mindedBe sober-minded and alert. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.