Strong's G138 · Greek
αἱρέομαι
hairéomai
Number
G138
Language
Greek
Original word
αἱρέομαι
Transliteration
hairéomai
KJV occurrences
3 verses
Definition
to take for oneself, i.e. to prefer
KJV: choose
Root / derivation: probably akin to G142 (αἴρω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered αἱρέομαι across 3 verses.
choose1×
Choosing1×
chosen1×
hath1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Philippians1 verse
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G138 (hairéomai) mean?
to take for oneself, i.e. to prefer
How many times does G138 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G138 (αἱρέομαι) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “choose.”
How is hairéomai translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G138 is rendered as “choose” (1×), “Choosing” (1×), “chosen” (1×), “hath” (1×).
Where does the Greek word αἱρέομαι come from?
probably akin to G142 (αἴρω);