Strong’s G1253

διάκρισις

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

diakrisis

Pronunciation

dee-AH-kree-sis

Definition

Discernment, distinguishing, judgment

Meaning

distinguishing; hence: deciding, passing sentence on; the act of judgment, discernment.

Usage

The term "diakrisis" refers to the ability to distinguish or discern between different things, often in a spiritual or moral context. It involves the capacity to evaluate and make judgments about what is true, right, or beneficial, particularly in matters of faith and practice. In the New Testament, it is often associated with spiritual discernment, a gift of the Holy Spirit that enables believers to perceive and understand spiritual truths and to distinguish between spirits.

Bible references

Romans 14:1;1 Corinthians 12:10;Hebrews 5:14