Greek Word Study
The meaning of “κλῆσις”
Understanding klēsis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
calling. - an invitation (figuratively)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
κλῆσις
Phoneticklay'-sis
Transliterationklēsis
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
calling. - an invitation (figuratively)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
11 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 11:29 | “For the gifts and calling of God are without repentance.” Word: κλῆσις (klēsis) | |
| 1 Corinthians 7:20 | “Let every man abide in the same calling wherein he was called.” Word: κλῆσις (klēsis) | |
| Ephesians 4:1 | “I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called,” Word: κλῆσις (klēsis) | |
| Philippians 3:14 | “I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” Word: κλῆσις (klēsis) | |
| 2 Thessalonians 1:11 | “Wherefore also we pray always for you, that our God would count you worthy of this calling, and fulfil all the good pleasure of his goodness, and the work of faith with power:” Word: κλῆσις (klēsis) |
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
11x
Most Frequent Book
Ephesians
Book Distribution