בִּין
bîyn
Modern Summary of Strong’s Concordance (1890)
The word "בִּין" (bîyn) primarily means to mentally separate or distinguish, which is often understood as comprehending or perceiving something. It can involve actions like discerning, considering, or being prudent, and is associated with intelligence, understanding, and skillful thinking. The term also extends to teaching, informing, or acting wisely in practical situations.
to separate mentally (or distinguish), i.e.(generally) understand
The Hebrew word bîyn means "to separate mentally (or distinguish), i.e.(generally) understand," encompassing related ideas including attend, consider, be cunning, diligently.
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νοιέω
noieō
to exercise the mind (observe), i.e. (figuratively) to comprehend, heed
φρονέω
phroneō
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)
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νοιέω
noieō
to exercise the mind (observe), i.e. (figuratively) to comprehend, heed
φρονέω
phroneō
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)
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