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Definition: The term "sagacious" refers to possessing keen mental discernment, wisdom, and the ability to make sound judgments. In a biblical context, sagacity is often associated with the wisdom that comes from God, enabling individuals to understand and apply divine principles in their lives.
Biblical Context: The Bible places a high value on wisdom and discernment, qualities that are integral to being sagacious. The Book of Proverbs, in particular, is a rich source of teachings on wisdom.
Proverbs 1:7 states, "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline." This verse underscores the belief that true wisdom begins with reverence for God.
Examples of Sagacity in the Bible:1.
Solomon: King Solomon is perhaps the most renowned biblical figure associated with sagacity. When God offered him anything he desired, Solomon chose wisdom. As a result, God granted him unparalleled wisdom, as well as wealth and honor (
1 Kings 3:5-14). Solomon's sagacity is exemplified in his judgments and the proverbs he authored, which continue to impart wisdom.
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Joseph: Joseph, the son of Jacob, demonstrated sagacity through his ability to interpret dreams and manage resources. His discernment and wise administration during the years of plenty and famine in Egypt saved many lives (
Genesis 41:33-40).
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Daniel: Daniel's sagacity is evident in his ability to interpret dreams and visions, as well as his wise counsel to kings. His commitment to God and his discernment earned him a position of influence in the Babylonian and Persian empires (
Daniel 1:17-20).
New Testament Insights:In the New Testament, Jesus Christ is the embodiment of divine wisdom.
Colossians 2:3 declares, "In whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge." Jesus' teachings, parables, and actions reflect perfect sagacity, providing a model for believers to emulate.
The Apostle Paul also emphasizes the importance of wisdom in the life of a believer. In
Ephesians 5:15-17 , he exhorts, "Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is."
Practical Application:For Christians, sagacity involves seeking God's wisdom through prayer, studying Scripture, and being led by the Holy Spirit.
James 1:5 encourages believers, "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him." This promise assures believers that God is willing to impart wisdom to those who earnestly seek it.
Conclusion:Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
a.) Showing keen mental discernment; shrewd; skilled in following a trail.
2. (a.) Hence, of quick intellectual perceptions; of keen penetration and judgment; discerning and judicious; knowing; far-sighted; shrewd; sage; wise; as, a sagacious man; a sagacious remark.
Greek
4908. sunetos -- intelligent... prudent. From suniemi; mentally put (or putting) together, ie
Sagacious -- prudent.
Compare phronimos. see GREEK suniemi. see GREEK phronimos.
...5429. phronimos -- practically wise, sensible
... From phren; thoughtful, ieSagacious or discreet (implying a cautious character;
while sophos denotes practical skill or acumen; and sunetos indicates rather...
Strong's Hebrew
8461. Tachkemoni -- a descriptive title for one of David's men... under. Probably for Cahkmowniy;
sagacious; Tachkemoni, an Israelite -- Tachmonite.
see HEBREW Cahkmowniy. 8460, 8461. Tachkemoni. 8462 . Strong's Numbers.
Library
A Parable of the Ant
... to higher virtues. There is a small insect called the ant. It is strong
andsagacious, and very loth to die. It lives by choice...
A Refutation on the Ground of the Constitution of the Universe.
... But who, then, is thesagacious discriminator, [662] that brings certain atoms into
collocation, and separates others; and marshals some in such wise as to...
Literary Expressions
... A mild and deprecating air. A mind singularly practical andsagacious [sagacious =
wise]. A mouth of inflexible decision. A murmur of complacency....
That Cicero and Other Men of Learning Erred in not Turning Away...
... False religious systems, therefore, have been attacked by moresagacious men, because
they perceived their falsehood; but the true religion was not introduced...
Impressive Phrases
... vast, scattered, various, and incalculable. versatile, eloquent,sagacious, and
talented [sagacious = wise]. vigorous, upright, dignified, and imperative....
If, with the Object of Convicting the Rivals and Persecutors of...
... He will thus far be reckoned a wise andsagacious man who has gone the length of
uttering sentiments that are almost Christian; while if, in a mere affectation...
Now I Thought at that Time that all Men were Judged Worthy of the...
... And if any wise man practised righteousness, and withdrew himself from unrighteousness,
and as beingsagacious avoided hatred with all (which, indeed, is a...
The Excellence of the Christian Philosophy; the Origin of Heresies...
... arise many, just as is the case with those who are devoted to dialectics, [2196]
some more skilful than others, and, so to speak, moresagacious in handling...
God's Exhaustive Knowledge of Man.
... No brute animal, however high up the scale, however ingenious andsagacious he may
be, can ever look back and think of what he has done, "his thoughts the...
The Arts by which Origen Studies to Keep Gregory and his Brother...
... And with earnest andsagacious words he told us that these are the objects that
enervate us, when we despise that reason which ought to be the true master...
Thesaurus
Sagacious (1 Occurrence)... of quick intellectual perceptions; of keen penetration and judgment; discerning
and judicious; knowing; far-sighted; shrewd; sage; wise; as, a
sagacious man; a
...Sage (1 Occurrence)
... blue sage. 2. (n.) The sagebrush. 3. (superl.) Having nice discernment and
powers of judging; prudent; grave;sagacious. 4. (superl...
Yourselves (530 Occurrences)
... Matthew 10:16 "Remember it is I who am sending you out, as sheep into the midst
of wolves; prove yourselves assagacious as serpents, and as innocent as doves....
Judicious (2 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) Practicing sound judgment; wise; prudent;sagacious;
discreet. 2. (a.) of or relating to a court; judicial....
Wise (422 Occurrences)
... discerning and judging soundly concerning what is true or false, proper or improper;
choosing the best ends and the best means for accomplishing them;sagacious...
Innocent (97 Occurrences)
... Matthew 10:16 "Remember it is I who am sending you out, as sheep into the midst
of wolves; prove yourselves assagacious as serpents, and as innocent as doves....
Ingenious (1 Occurrence)
... 3. (a.) Witty; shrewd; adroit; keen;sagacious; as, an ingenious reply. 4. (a.)
Mental; intellectual. Multi-Version Concordance Ingenious (1 Occurrence)....
Ferret (1 Occurrence)
... 2. (n.) To drive or hunt out of a lurking place, as a ferret does the cony; to search
out by patient andsagacious efforts; -- often used with out; as, to...
Remember (230 Occurrences)
... Matthew 10:16 "Remember it is I who am sending you out, as sheep into the midst
of wolves; prove yourselves assagacious as serpents, and as innocent as doves....
Discreet (9 Occurrences)
... that respect privacy; as, a discreet letter, especially in avoiding error or evil,
and in the adaptation of means to ends; prudent;sagacious; judicious; not...
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