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The term "minded" in the Bible often refers to one's disposition, inclination, or attitude towards certain actions, beliefs, or spiritual matters. It is a reflection of the inner thoughts and intentions that guide a person's behavior and decisions. The concept of being "minded" is significant in understanding the moral and spiritual orientation of individuals as depicted in the Scriptures.
Old Testament ContextIn the Old Testament, the Hebrew word often translated as "minded" can be associated with the heart or the inner being of a person. For example, in
1 Chronicles 28:9, David advises Solomon, "And you, Solomon my son, know the God of your father, and serve Him with a whole heart and a willing mind, for the LORD searches every heart and understands the intent of every thought." Here, being "willing minded" is linked to a sincere and devoted service to God, emphasizing the importance of one's inner disposition in spiritual matters.
New Testament ContextIn the New Testament, the Greek word "phroneo" is frequently used to describe being "minded." This term encompasses the idea of setting one's mind or being disposed towards something.
Romans 8:5 states, "Those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit." This passage highlights the dichotomy between a fleshly mindset and a spiritual mindset, underscoring the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in aligning one's thoughts and inclinations with God's will.
Philippians 2:5 encourages believers to adopt a Christ-like mindset: "Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus." This verse calls for an attitude of humility and selflessness, reflecting the character of Christ. The apostle Paul frequently exhorts Christians to be "like-minded," fostering unity and harmony within the body of Christ (
Philippians 2:2).
Spiritual ImplicationsBeing "minded" in a biblical sense often carries spiritual implications, as it reveals the orientation of one's heart towards God or worldly matters.
Colossians 3:2 instructs believers to "Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things." This directive encourages a heavenly focus, urging Christians to prioritize eternal values over temporal concerns.
The concept of being "double-minded" is addressed in
James 1:8, which describes such a person as "unstable in all his ways." A double-minded individual is torn between conflicting desires or loyalties, lacking the steadfastness and commitment required for spiritual growth and maturity.
Practical ApplicationIn practical terms, being "minded" involves a conscious decision to align one's thoughts and attitudes with biblical principles. It requires a deliberate effort to cultivate a mindset that is pleasing to God, characterized by faith, obedience, and love.
Romans 12:2 advises believers, "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." This transformation is essential for discerning God's will and living a life that honors Him.
In summary, the biblical concept of being "minded" encompasses the inner attitudes and inclinations that shape a person's actions and spiritual journey. It calls for a heart and mind aligned with God's purposes, reflecting a commitment to live according to His truth and guidance.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
imp. & p. p.) of Mind.
2. (a.) Disposed; inclined; having a mind.
Greek
5309. hupselophroneo -- to be high-minded... to be high-
minded. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: hupselophroneo Phonetic
Spelling: (hoop-say-lo-fron-eh'-o) Short Definition: I am high-
minded, proud
...2473. isopsuchos -- like-minded
... like-minded. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: isopsuchos Phonetic Spelling:
(ee-sop'-soo-khos) Short Definition: like-minded Definition: like-minded...
3516. nepios -- an infant, fig. a simple-minded or immature person
... a simple-minded or immature person. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: nepios
Phonetic Spelling: (nay'-pee-os) Short Definition: an infant, child...
5012b. tapeinophron -- humble-minded
... 5012a, 5012b. tapeinophron. 5013 . humble-minded. Transliteration:
tapeinophron Short Definition: humble. Word Origin from tapeinos...
1374. dipsuchos -- of two minds, wavering
... two minds, wavering. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: dipsuchos Phonetic
Spelling: (dip'-soo-khos) Short Definition: double-minded, wavering Definition...
4993. sophroneo -- to be of sound mind, ie to be temperate
... mind, ie to be temperate. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: sophroneo Phonetic
Spelling: (so-fron-eh'-o) Short Definition: I am sober-minded, exercise self...
1594. eknepho -- to become sober (after drunkenness)
... aware; (figuratively) aroused (awakened) out of the stupor of spiritual delusion
(apathy); "to to one's senses" (, 1, 30.26); sober-minded because "snapped...
2104b. eugenes -- of noble race
... 2104a, 2104b. eugenes. 2105 . of noble race. Transliteration: eugenes
Short Definition: noble-minded. Word Origin from eu and genos...
4861. sumpsuchos -- of one mind
... like-minded. From sun and psuche; co-spirited, ie Similar in sentiment -- like-minded.
see GREEK sun. see GREEK psuche. (sumpsuchoi) -- 1 Occurrence....
3675. homophron -- agreeing
... Adjective Transliteration: homophron Phonetic Spelling: (hom-of'-rone) Short Definition:
of one mind Definition: of one mind (intent, purpose), like-minded....
Strong's Hebrew
6612a. pethi -- simple, perhaps open-minded... 6612, 6612a. pethi. 6612b . simple, perhaps open-
minded. Transliteration:
pethi Short Definition: naive. Word Origin from pathah
...6612. pthiy -- simple, perhaps open-minded
... 6611, 6612. pthiy. 6612a . simple, perhaps open-minded. Transliteration: pthiy
Phonetic Spelling: (peth-ee') Short Definition: one. foolish, simplicity, one...
5588. seeph -- divided, halfhearted
... 5587, 5588. seeph. 5589 . divided, halfhearted. Transliteration: seeph
Phonetic Spelling: (say-afe') Short Definition: double-minded....
5069. nedab -- to volunteer, offer freely
... beminded of. (Aramaic) corresponding to nadab; be (or give) liberal(-ly) -- (be
minded of...own) freewill (offering), offer freely (willingly)....
6612b. pethi -- simplicity
... simplicity. Transliteration: pethi Short Definition: simple-minded. Word Origin
from pathah Definition simplicity NASB Word Usage simple-minded (1)....
553. amets -- to be stout, strong, bold, alert
... confirm, be courageous of good courage, steadfastlyminded, strong, stronger,
establish, fortify, harden,. A primitive root; to be...
3820. leb -- inner man, mind, will, heart
... 1), skilled* (1), skillful man* (1), skillful men* (1), skillful persons* (1), skillful*
(3), spirits (1), stouthearted* (1), stubborn-minded* (1), tenderly (2...
47. abbir -- mighty, valiant
... chief (1), man (1), mighty (1), mighty ones (1), stallions (3), stouthearted* (1),
strong (1), strong men (1), strong ones (1), stubborn-minded* (1), valiant (1...
Library
"For to be CarnallyMinded is Death; but to be SpirituallyMinded...
... "For to be carnallyminded is death; but to be spirituallyminded is life
and peace.". Rom. viii. 6.""For to be carnallyminded...
Jonah the Narrow-Minded Patriot
... THE OLD TESTAMENT JONAH THE NARROW-MINDED PATRIOT. This message from Jehovah
came to Jonah, the son of Amittai: "Arise, go to that...
But Perhaps those Seem to You Weak-Minded and Silly...
... Book II. 6 But perhaps those seem to you weak-minded and silly? But perhaps
those seem to you weak-minded and silly, who even...
Now Let us Shew Briefly, if You Will, that These Things were...
... the Prophets. You will yourself, since you are sominded, gather together
more from the ample range of the Scriptures. The Prophet...
The Fifty-Third Chapter: God's Grace is not Given to the Earthly...
... BOOK THREE. INTERNAL CONSOLATION The Fifty-Third Chapter: God's Grace Is Not Given
to the EarthlyMinded. The Voice of Christ MY CHILD, my grace is precious....
Death of the Great Athanasius; the Elevation of Lucius, who was...
... Chapter XIX."Death of the Great Athanasius; the Elevation of Lucius, who was
Arian-Minded, to the See; the Numerous Calamities he brought upon the Churches...
Philippians iii. 13, 14
... Ver.15. "Let us, therefore, as many as be perfect, be thusminded," saith
he. "And if... For tell me, are weminded as thou art? For if...
Ephesians iv. 4
... "Their feet," saith the Prophet, "run to evil." (Isaiah 59:7.) Neither then let
these, the head, saith he, be high-minded against the feet, nor the feet look...
Friendship; Or, David and Jonathan
... If we meet a man better than ourselves, more wise than ourselves, more learned,
more experienced, more delicate-minded, more high-minded, let us take pains to...
2 Cor. I. 12
... Ver.15. "And in this confidence I wasminded to come before unto you.". What confidence?...
"I wasminded to come unto you, and by you to pass into Macedonia."....
Thesaurus
Simple-minded (4 Occurrences)Simple-
minded. Simplehearted, Simple-
minded. Simpleness . Noah Webster's
Dictionary
... Multi-Version Concordance Simple-
minded (4 Occurrences).
...Minded (36 Occurrences)
...Minded (36 Occurrences).... (KJV ASV). John 1:43 On the morrow he wasminded to go forth
into Galilee, and he findeth Philip: and Jesus saith unto him, Follow me....
Sober-minded (9 Occurrences)
Sober-minded. Soberly, Sober-minded. Sober-mindedness . Noah Webster's
Dictionary... Multi-Version Concordance Sober-minded (9 Occurrences)....
Like-minded (5 Occurrences)
Like-minded. Likeminded, Like-minded. Liken . Noah Webster's Dictionary
(a... Multi-Version Concordance Like-minded (5 Occurrences). Romans...
Feeble-minded (2 Occurrences)
Feeble-minded. Feebleminded, Feeble-minded. Feebleness . Noah Webster's
Dictionary... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. FEEBLE-MINDED....
Serious-minded (4 Occurrences)
Serious-minded. Seriously, Serious-minded. Seriousness .
Multi-Version Concordance Serious-minded (4 Occurrences). Acts...
Double-minded (4 Occurrences)
Double-minded. Doubleminded, Double-minded. Doubles . Multi-Version
Concordance Double-minded (4 Occurrences). James...
Narrow-minded (1 Occurrence)
Narrow-minded. Narrowly, Narrow-minded. Narrowness . Noah Webster's Dictionary
(a.) Lacking tolerance; petty -- opposed to openminded; mean....
Right-minded (2 Occurrences)
Right-minded. Rightly, Right-minded. Rights . Noah Webster's Dictionary...
Multi-Version Concordance Right-minded (2 Occurrences)....
Open-minded (1 Occurrence)
Open-minded. Openly, Open-minded. Openness . Multi-Version
Concordance Open-minded (1 Occurrence). Proverbs 14:6 The...
Resources
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