Strong's G2821 · Greek
κλῆσις
klesis · /klay'-sis/
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.
Every occurrence (KJV)
11 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Corinthians2 verses
Ephesians3 verses
The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints,
Ephesians 4:1I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, of the Lord: or, in the Lord
Ephesians 4:4There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling;
Philippians1 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