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# prudent
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## Related Ideas:
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prudence, prudently
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## Definitions:
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The term "prudent" describes a person who thinks carefully about his actions and makes wise decisions. It also describes what a prudent person does.
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* Often "prudence" refers to the ability to make wise decisions about practical, physical matters, such as in managing money or property.
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* Although "prudence" and "wisdom" are similar in meaning, often "wisdom" is more general and focuses on spiritual or moral matters.
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* Depending on the context, "prudent" could also be translated as "shrewd" or "careful" or "wise."
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(See also: [shrewd](../other/shrewd.md), [spirit](../kt/spirit.md), [wise](../kt/wise.md))
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## Bible References:
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* [Proverbs 08:4-5](rc://en/tn/help/pro/08/04)
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* [Proverbs 12:23-24](rc://en/tn/help/pro/12/23)
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* [Proverbs 27:12](rc://en/tn/help/pro/27/12)
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## Word Data:
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* Strong's: H995, H5843, H6175, H6191, H6195, H7919, H7922
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## Forms Found in the English ULB:
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behaved prudently, prudence, prudent, prudent behavior, prudently
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