King James Version
Matthew 22:14 in the King James Version says “For many are called, but few are chosen.” — study this verse from Matthew chapter 22 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“For many are called, but few are chosen.”
Matthew 22:14 · KJV
And he saith unto him, Friend, how camest thou in hither not having a wedding garment? And he was speechless.
Then said the king to the servants, Bind him hand and foot, and take him away, and cast him into outer darkness; there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
For many are called, but few are chosen.
Then went the Pharisees, and took counsel how they might entangle him in his talk.
And they sent out unto him their disciples with the Herodians, saying, Master, we know that thou art true, and teachest the way of God in truth, neither carest thou for any man: for thou regardest not the person of men.
KJV Study — Public Domain
“many”
G4183(singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
“For”
G1063properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
“few”
G3641puny (in extent, degree, number, duration or value); especially neuter (adverbially) somewhat
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