Strong's G1951 · Greek
ἐπιλέγομαι
epilégomai
Number
G1951
Language
Greek
Original word
ἐπιλέγομαι
Transliteration
epilégomai
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
to surname, select
KJV: call, choose
Root / derivation: middle voice from G1909 (ἐπί) and G3004 (λέγω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐπιλέγομαι across 2 verses.
called1×
chose1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1951 (epilégomai) mean?
to surname, select
How many times does G1951 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1951 (ἐπιλέγομαι) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “called.”
How is epilégomai translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1951 is rendered as “called” (1×), “chose” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐπιλέγομαι come from?
middle voice from G1909 (ἐπί) and G3004 (λέγω);