λογισμός
logismós
G3053 noun
SILEX Entry
Definition
The process or result of logical calculation, reasoning, or deliberative thought; specifically, an exercise of the intellect involving evaluation, planning, or drawing conclusions. In philosophical contexts, the term denotes a rational discourse or argument; in moral or psychological contexts, it refers to internal deliberations, considerations, or states of mind, including intentions or motives.
Semantic Range
reasoning, calculation, deliberation, internal argument, thoughtful consideration, mental reflection, imagination (of plans or intentions), scheming, rational account
Root / Etymology
From the root λογ- (speech, reason) and the verb λογίζομαι (to reckon, to calculate, to consider), with the ending -μός indicating a result or process, thus denoting 'the act or result of reasoning or calculating'.
Historical & Contextual Notes
In classical Greek, λογισμός is widely used for a rational calculation, computation, or logical reasoning, both in mathematical and philosophical contexts. By the Hellenistic and Koine period, it was already well established to refer to mental deliberation, judgment, or reasoned opinion. In the Septuagint, it often translates Hebrew terms for thought, intention, or plan, sometimes with a negative nuance, such as 'scheming' or 'evil intent'. In the New Testament (e.g., Romans 2:15, 2 Corinthians 10:5), it can denote internal thoughts, reasonings, deliberations, or arguments (often those opposed to divine knowledge). English translations like 'imagination', 'thought', 'reasoning', or 'argument' reflect aspects of its meaning but often fail to capture the sense of deliberate intellectual process the word originally conveyed. Distinct from more neutral words such as διάνοια (mind), λογισμός emphasizes calculation or evaluative consideration.
Original Strong's Gloss (1890)
from λογίζομαι; computation, i.e. (figuratively) reasoning (conscience, conceit):--imagination, thought.
Root Family
λογισμός (logismos) — reasoning, calculation, deliberation, consideration
Word Forms
2 distinct forms
| SIDANCE | Surface | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G3053-02 |
λογισμοὺς | logismous | N ACC M PL |
arguments | deliberate reasonings | deliberate reasonings | 1 |
G3053-01 |
λογισμῶν | logismon | N GEN M PL |
thoughts | of reasonings | reasonings | 1 |
Occurrences in Scripture
2 occurrences
| SIDANCE | Reference | Word | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G3053-01 |
Romans 2:15 | λογισμῶν | logismon | N GEN M PL |
thoughts | of reasonings | reasonings |
G3053-02 |
2 Corinthians 10:4 | λογισμοὺς | logismous | N ACC M PL |
arguments | deliberate reasonings | deliberate reasonings |