The meaning of “κλητός”
Understanding klētós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
called. - invited, i.e. appointed, or (specially), a saint
κλητός
called. - invited, i.e. appointed, or (specially), a saint
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 22:14 | “For many are called, but few are chosen.” Word: κλητός (klētós) | |
| Romans 1:7 | “To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.” Word: κλητός (klētós) | |
| 1 Corinthians 1:2 | “Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours:” Word: κλητός (klētós) | |
| Jude 1:1 | “Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, to them that are sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ, and called:” Word: κλητός (klētós) | |
| Revelation 17:14 | “These shall make war with the Lamb, and the Lamb shall overcome them: for he is Lord of lords, and King of kings: and they that are with him are called, and chosen, and faithful.” Word: κλητός (klētós) |