# discern, discernment #

## 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, wisdom](../kt/wise.md))

## Bible References: ##

* [1 Kings 03:7-9](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/1ki/03/07)
* [Genesis 41:33-34](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/gen/41/33)
* [Proverbs 01:4-6](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/pro/01/04)
* [Psalms 019:11-12](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/psa/019/011)