G4758
στρατολογέω
to gather (or select) as a warrior, i.e. enlist in the army
Transliteration
stratologéōPronunciation
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to gather (or select) as a warrior, i.e. enlist in the army
στρατολογέω(stratologéō)
Strong’s Definition
to gather (or select) as a warrior, i.e. enlist in the army
from a compound of the base of G4756 (στρατιά) and G3004 (λέγω) (in its original sense);
“No man that warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier.”
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Strong's G4758: A compound of στρατός (army) and λέγω (to gather/choose), meaning to enlist soldiers or gather an army. Used metaphorically in NT to describe commitment to spiritual service. Highlights the intentional choice and dedication required in both military and spiritual service.
U- Unveiling the Word
Στρατολογέω represents the act of enlisting or recruiting soldiers, but in its New Testament context carries profound spiritual significance. Paul uses this military recruitment term to illustrate complete dedication to the Messiah. The imagery suggests both the selective nature of enrollment and the total commitment required. Early church fathers expanded on this metaphor, seeing in it a picture of how believers are specially chosen and called to serve the King of kings. Today, it reminds us that following Jesus demands deliberate commitment and exclusive loyalty.
N - Necessary Information
Etymology:
Combined to mean "to gather/choose for an army"
D - Defining Meanings
For compound words:
Στρατός (army) + λέγω (to gather) combines to express the action of selecting and gathering individuals for military service
Translation Options:
E - Exploring Similar Words
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
As a verb, στρατολογέω exhibits these features:
Examples of morphological changes:
S - Studying Lexicon Insights
BDAG emphasizes its military recruitment meaning. Thayer's notes its metaphorical use in Christian context. LSJ documents its use in military administration. Vine's highlights its application to spiritual service. Strong's connects it to purposeful gathering. Moulton and Milligan show its technical use in military documents.
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T - Tracing the Scriptures
First Appearance:
"No soldier in active service entangles himself in the affairs of everyday life, so that he may please the one who [στρατολογέω] enlisted him as a soldier." 2 Timothy 2:4
Additional References:
This is the only occurrence in the New Testament.
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
Στρατολογέω powerfully illustrates our calling as believers. Just as a soldier is specifically chosen and enlisted for dedicated service, we are called by the Messiah for His purpose. This reminds us that following Jesus isn't casual but requires complete commitment, as we serve the commander who has chosen us for His divine mission.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G4758: A compound of στρατός (army) and λέγω (to gather/choose), meaning to enlist soldiers or gather an army. Used metaphorically in NT to describe commitment to spiritual service. Highlights the intentional choice and dedication required in both military and spiritual service.
Part of speech: Verb
Tags: enlistment, recruitment, service, dedication, commitment, military-service, spiritual-warfare, calling, discipleship, greek-verb