Meaning
Discernment is the ability to recognize, distinguish, or judge between different things.
It involves carefully identifying differences or recognizing what something is.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, discernment refers to the ability to distinguish between things such as good and evil, truth and error, or different spirits.
The term is associated with wisdom, understanding, and sound judgment.
Key References
- 1 Kings 3:9
- Proverbs 2:3-5
- Ezekiel 44:23
- Matthew 16:3
- Romans 12:2
- 1 Corinthians 2:14-15
- Hebrews 5:14
- 1 John 4:1
Related Terms
- Wisdom
- Understanding
- Knowledge
- Truth
- Judgment