Definition
ἐκλογή, ῆς ἡ
(ἐκλέγω), [in Aq.: Isaiah 22:7; Sm., Th.: Isaiah 37:24 * ;]
a choice, selection; in NT, always of the Divine choice (EV, election): σκεῦος ἐκλογῆς, genitive qual., a chosen vessel; κατ ἐ., Romans 9:11; 11:5, 28; with genitive of person(s), 1 Thessalonians 1:4, 2 Peter 1:10; by meton., ἡ ἐ. = οἱ ἐκλεκτοί, Romans 11:7.
Usage patterns
Occurrences
7 total
- Acts 9:15ἐκλογῆς · chosen“Go!” said the Lord. “This man is My chosen instrument to carry My name before the Gentiles and their kings, and before the people of Israel.
- Romans 9:11ἐκλογὴν · electionYet before the twins were born or had done anything good or bad, in order that God’s plan of election might stand,
- Romans 11:5ἐκλογὴν · chosen byIn the same way, at the present time there is a remnant chosen by grace.
- Romans 11:7ἐκλογὴ · electWhat then? What Israel was seeking, it failed to obtain, but the elect did. The others were hardened,
- Romans 11:28ἐκλογὴν · electionRegarding the gospel, they are enemies on your account; but regarding election, they are loved on account of the patriarchs.
- 1 Thessalonians 1:4ἐκλογὴν · [that] He has chosenBrothers who are beloved by God, we know that He has chosen you,
- 2 Peter 1:10ἐκλογὴν · electionTherefore, brothers, strive to make your calling and election sure. For if you practice these things you will never stumble,