Strong's Lexicon epilegó: To choose, to select, to call upon Original Word: ἐπιλέγω Word Origin: From the preposition ἐπί (epi, meaning "upon" or "over") and the verb λέγω (legó, meaning "to say" or "to speak"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "epilegó," the concept of choosing or calling is present in Hebrew words like בָּחַר (bachar, Strong's H977), which means "to choose" or "to select." Usage: The Greek verb "epilegó" primarily means to choose or select, often with a sense of calling upon or naming. It implies a deliberate decision or selection, often with a purpose or intention behind the choice. In the New Testament, it is used to convey the idea of choosing or calling upon someone for a specific role or task. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of choosing or selecting was significant in various contexts, including political, military, and religious settings. The act of choosing was often associated with authority and purpose, reflecting the chooser's intentions and plans. In the biblical context, the idea of God choosing or calling individuals or groups is a recurring theme, emphasizing divine sovereignty and purpose. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom epi and legó Definition to call or name, to choose NASB Translation called (1), chose (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1951: ἐπιλέγωἐπιλέγω: (present passive participle ἐπιλεγόμενος); 1 aorist middle participle ἐπιλεξάμενος; 1. to say besides (cf. ἐπί, D. 4) (Herodotus, et al.); to surname (Plato, legg. 3, p. 700 b.): in passive John 5:2 (Tdf. τό λεγομένη), unless the meaning to name (put a name upon) be preferred here; cf. ἐπονομάζω. 2. to choose for (Herodotus and following; the Sept.); middle to choose for oneself: Acts 15:40 (2 Samuel 10:9; Herodotus 3, 157; Thucydides 7, 19; Diodorus 3, 73 (74); 14, 12; Josephus, Antiquities 4, 2, 4, and others). Middle voice from epi and lego; to surname, select -- call, choose. see GREEK epi see GREEK lego Englishman's Concordance John 5:2 V-PPM/P-NFSGRK: κολυμβήθρα ἡ ἐπιλεγομένη Ἐβραϊστὶ Βηθζαθά NAS: [gate] a pool, which is called in Hebrew KJV: which is called in the Hebrew tongue INT: a pool which [is] called in Aramaic Bethesda Acts 15:40 V-APM-NMS Strong's Greek 1951 |
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