Strong's G1589 · Greek
ἐκλογή
eklogḗ
Definition
(divine) selection (abstractly or concretely)
KJV: chosen, election
Root / derivation: from G1586 (ἐκλέγομαι);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐκλογή across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Romans4 verses
(For the children being not yet born, neither having done any good or evil, that the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works, but of him that calleth;)
Romans 11:5Even so then at this present time also there is a remnant according to the election of grace.
Romans 11:7What then? Israel hath not obtained that which he seeketh for; but the election hath obtained it, and the rest were blinded
Romans 11:28As concerning the gospel, they are enemies for your sakes: but as touching the election, they are beloved for the fathers’ sakes.
1 Thessalonians1 verse
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1589 (eklogḗ) mean?
(divine) selection (abstractly or concretely)
How many times does G1589 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1589 (ἐκλογή) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “election.”
How is eklogḗ translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1589 is rendered as “election” (6×), “chosen” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐκλογή come from?
from G1586 (ἐκλέγομαι);