G2819 κλῆρος (klēros) — lot

Lexical Definition

Strong's Greek G2819

a die (for drawing chances); by implication, a portion (as if so secured); by extension, an acquisition (especially a patrimony, figuratively)

KJV usage: :--heritage, inheritance, lot, part.

Etymology: probably from (through the idea of using bits of wood, etc., for the purpose;

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

a lot, die, a thing used in determining chances, Mt. 27:35; Mk. 15:24; Lk. 23:34; Jn. 19:24; Acts 1:26; assignment, investiture, Acts 1:17; allotment, destination, Col. 1:12; a part, portion, share, Acts 8:21; 26:18; a constituent portion of the Church, 1 Pet. 5:3*

Key Appearances in the New Testament

Matthew 27:35 Mark 15:24 Luke 23:34 John 19:24 Acts 1:17 Acts 1:26 Acts 8:21 Acts 26:18 Colossians 1:12 1 Peter 5:3

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