To weigh in the mind; to consider and compare the circumstances or consequences of an event, or the importance of the reasons for or against a decision. Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart. Luke 2:19.

To view with deliberation; to examine. Ponder the path of thy feet. Proverbs 4:26. The Lord pondereth the hearts. Proverbs 21:2. To ponder on, is sometimes used, but is not be to countenanced.