# discern, discernment, distinguish

## Definition:

The term “discern” means to be able to understand something, especially being able to know whether something is right or wrong.

* The term “discernment” refers to understanding and deciding wisely about a certain matter.
* It means to have wisdom and good judgment.

## Translation Suggestions:

* Depending on the context, “discern” could also be translated as “understand” or “know the difference between” or “distinguish good and evil” or “judge rightly about” or “perceive right from wrong.”
* “Discernment” could be translated as “understanding” or “ability to distinguish good and evil.”

(See also: [judge](../kt/judge.md), [wise](../kt/wise.md))

## Bible References:

* [1 Kings 3:7-9](rc://en/tn/help/1ki/03/07)
* [Genesis 41:33-34](rc://en/tn/help/gen/41/33)
* [Proverbs 1:5](rc://en/tn/help/pro/01/05)
* [Psalms 19:12](rc://en/tn/help/psa/019/12)

## Word Data:

* Strong’s: H0995, H2940, H4209, H5234, H8085, G03500, G12520, G12530, G29240
