G144-aisthésis

Strong's Concordance

Definition - Perception, discernment, insight

Word Origin - Derived from αἰσθάνομαι (aisthanomai), meaning "to perceive" or "to discern."

Usage - In the New Testament, "aisthésis" refers to the ability to perceive or discern, particularly in a moral or spiritual sense. It involves a deep understanding and insight that goes beyond mere knowledge, allowing one to distinguish between right and wrong, good and evil. This discernment is often associated with spiritual maturity and wisdom.

Helps Word-studies

Cognate: 144 aísthēsis (a feminine noun) – properly, the brand of sense-discernment which "cuts through" hazy ethical (moral) matters to really "size things up" (used only in Phil 1:9). See 145 (aisthētērion).