Strong’s Lexicon
Defintion - Called, Invited
Word Origin - Derived from the Greek verb καλέω (kaleō), meaning “to call” or “to invite.”
Usage - In the New Testament, “klétos” is used to describe those who are called or invited, particularly in the context of being called by God to salvation and service. It emphasizes the divine initiative in the calling of individuals to faith and the privileges and responsibilities that accompany this calling.
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Cognate: 2822 klētós – literally, “called” (derived from 2564/kaleō, “to call, summon”). See 2821 (klēsis).
In the NT, 2822 /klētós (“divinely called”) focuses on God’s general call – i.e. the call (invitation) He gives to all people, so all can receive His salvation. God desires every person to call out to Him and receive His salvation (1 Tim 2:4,5). “Unfortunately, many choose not to – but all can; all don’t but all can call out to God for His mercy (not just ‘some’)” (G. Archer). See 2821 /klēsis (“calling”).