Strong's G4400 · Greek
προχειρίζομαι
procheirízomai
Definition
to handle for oneself in advance, i.e. (figuratively) to purpose
KJV: choose, make
Root / derivation: middle voice from G4253 (πρό) and a derivative of G5495 (χείρ);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered προχειρίζομαι across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts2 verses
And he said, The God of our fathers hath chosen thee, that thou shouldest know his will, and see that Just One, and shouldest hear the voice of his mouth.
Acts 26:16But rise, and stand upon thy feet: for I have appeared unto thee for this purpose, to make thee a minister and a witness both of these things which thou hast seen, and of those things in the which I will appear unto thee;
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4400 (procheirízomai) mean?
to handle for oneself in advance, i.e. (figuratively) to purpose
How many times does G4400 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4400 (προχειρίζομαι) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “chosen.”
How is procheirízomai translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4400 is rendered as “chosen” (1×), “make” (1×).
Where does the Greek word προχειρίζομαι come from?
middle voice from G4253 (πρό) and a derivative of G5495 (χείρ);