CALLING, n.
1. A naming, or inviting a reading over or reciting in order, or a call of names with a view to obtain an answer, as in legislative bodies.
2. Vocation profession trade usual occupation, or employment.
Pope. Swift. 1 Corinthians 7:20
3. Class of persons engaged in any profession or employment.
4. Divine summons, vocation, or invitation.
Give all diligence to make your calling and election sure. 2 Peter 1 .
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