G1951: ἐπιλέγομαι
epilégomai · “to call/choose”
Definition
to surname, select
KJV translates it as: call, choose
Word origin: middle voice from G1909 (ἐπί) and G3004 (λέγω);
Extended definition
ἐπι-λέγω
[in LXX chiefly for בָּחַר ;]
1. to say in addition (Hdt.).
2. to call by name, to call: Jhn.5:2.
3. to choose; mid., to choose for oneself: Act.15:40.†
(AS)
[in LXX chiefly for בָּחַר ;]
1. to say in addition (Hdt.).
2. to call by name, to call: Jhn.5:2.
3. to choose; mid., to choose for oneself: Act.15:40.†
(AS)
Abbott-Smith Manual Greek Lexicon (1922) via STEPBible TBESG (CC BY 4.0).
How G1951 is translated
- is being called ×1
- having chosen ×1
Bible verses with G1951 (epilégomai)
Epilégomai appears in 2 verses.
- John 5:2
Now there is at Jerusalem by the sheep market a pool, which is called in the Hebrew tongue Bethesda, having five porches.
- Acts 15:40
And Paul chose Silas, and departed, being recommended by the brethren unto the grace of God.