discernment

noun

«discernment» in the English dictionary: in Jewish tradition — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

In Jewish tradition

It translates a Hebrew word for understanding, often paired with wisdom and knowledge. It is a gift that comes from God and that people are urged to seek.

Interpretation. Tradition treats discernment as a divine quality that humans can share in, and God's own discernment is said to be beyond searching out.

Meaning

The ability to see clearly the difference between things, such as right and wrong or true and false; good judgment and understanding. tree →

Examples

His discernment is past searching out. (Prophets ISA.40.28, JPS 1917) tree →
Discretion shall watch over thee, discernment shall guard thee; (Writings PRO.2.11, JPS 1917) tree →
'Job speaketh without knowledge, and his words are without discernment.' (Writings JOB.34.35, JPS 1917) tree →

Note

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On Mova

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