Strong's Concordance/Greek/G2821

Strong's G2821 · Greek

κλῆσις

klesis · /klay'-sis/

Number
G2821
Language
Greek
Original word
κλῆσις
Transliteration
klesis
Pronunciation
klay'-sis
KJV occurrences
11 verses

Definition

from a shorter form of 2564; an invitation (figuratively):--calling.

KJV: calling

Root / derivation: from a shorter form of 2564

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered κλῆσις across 11 verses.

calling10×
vocation1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

11 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Romans1 verse
1 Corinthians2 verses
Ephesians3 verses
Philippians1 verse
2 Thessalonians1 verse
2 Timothy1 verse
Hebrews1 verse
2 Peter1 verse

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Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G2821 (klesis) mean?

from a shorter form of 2564; an invitation (figuratively):--calling.

How many times does G2821 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G2821 (κλῆσις) appears in 11 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “calling.”

How is klesis translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G2821 is rendered as “calling” (10×), “vocation” (1×).

Where does the Greek word κλῆσις come from?

from a shorter form of 2564