The names of god bible gods word edition ann spangler. The names of god study will be free to download and print starting november 2nd, 2015. Names of god holman bible dictionary bible dictionary. The names of god in the bible a persons name is a description of his character. The name of god was so sacred to the ancient jewish scribes that they used a special pen to write the name of god as they reproduced the scriptures. An apocryphal text known as the acts of pilate aka the gospel of nicodemus refers to them as gestas and dysmas 10. One of the best ways to get to know god on a deeper level is to know the names and titles both he and his people give to him.
Many highly respected evangelical scholars believe there is a tension in the bible between affirmations of gender equality and gender roles. The name is associated with the ark of the covenant e. One incredible tool that were thrilled to be able to offer you this session is our our beautiful, new 110page names of god study journal, now available on amazon. The most common way to refer to god was with four hebrew consonants yodheivavhei yhvh. In the old testament jehovahraah the lord my shepherd is used in psalm 23. Hearing and seeing the amazing names of god helps us know who god is, and it gives us a deep sense of awe for our wonderful and great god and father.
Each page calls us to be a daughter of god by stepping out of the past to share our own stories of transformation and learn the ways of god from one another. Likewise, the names of god in scripture are various descriptions of his character. The study of gods many names will give us a greater knowledge of our wonderful god. Participant handouts for names and titles of god 1 list of the names and titles of god. The medal is english sterling silver hallmarked for london 2006 925, lion passant, anchor, date letter g. In the bible a persons name is a description of his character. Indeed, it is evident from scripture that god s name was pronounced routinely. The names of god bible, the newest addition to our online library, restores thousands of names and titles to their hebrew equivalent. The names of god bible gods word edition ann spangler february 17, 2014 respond one of the best ways to get to know god on a deeper level is to know the names and titles both he and his people give to him. The result is a unique reading experience in which youll see how the authors of scripture referred to the living god who inspired and rescued them. In scripture, names and titles are extremely important.
This list of names of god helps you experience how majestic god is and how deeply he loves you. Laminated wall chart measures 19 x 26 and includes reproducible worksheets and teaching tips on the back. Further references of the name jehovah nissi in the old testament. See precepts covid19 event updates and ministry announcements. Join our names of god bible study online at love god greatly. Experiencing god read the following list of names, titles. Many common hebrew names contain yah or yahu, part of god s fourletter name. God, names of international standard bible encyclopedia. This chart shows 21 old testament names of god, gives the definition, a scripture reference, and shows how to. It is the second most used name of god in the old testament. The names of these characters are not provided in the bible.
Heres a fairly comprehensive list of the names of god grouped according to the chapter classification of names in names and titles of god jesuswalk, 2010, by dr. It is out of, so feel free to copy and distribute it. The holy bible in its original order is the only complete bible ever published that follows the original inspired manuscript order of all the books of the old and new testaments. Verses marked niv are taken from the holy bible, new international version, niv. In a broad sense, then, god s name is equal to all that the bible and creation tell us about god.
May 20, 20 the names of god bible, the newest addition to our online library, restores thousands of names and titles to their hebrew equivalent. When you study the new testament and you read verses like acts 4. Like the torah is attributed solely to moses by tradition, the fact that mohammad uses many names for god often said to be the 99 names of glory can be used as independent evidence of a single author using multiple formal names for god. Allah a contraction of the word alilah or alilah meaning the god contraction variations. Entry for names of god holman bible dictionary one of 28 bible dictionaries freely available, this readable and easy to use dictionary takes advantage of the finest modern bible scholarship. So then, and much more so, do the names of god convey the manyfaceted character and work of our god. To call on god s name in prayer is to appeal to that aspect of his character that relates to our particular need. But realizing he had lost track of time, he raced out of the bar and hastily asked directions for the departing gate to oakland. Names and titles of god online bible study jesuswalk.
Below are the various names of god listed in the order of their first appearance in the bible. We see ourselves in their anguish, estrangement, and lifegiving passion and meet them in those very places in our lives. Ann spangler is an awardwinning writer whose fascination with the bible has resulted in books that have opened the bible to a wide range of readers. Sep 01, 2011 the names of god bible, edited by ann spangler, using the gods word translation is first and foremost the bible that is the word of god. Study the different names of god from hebrew and scripture and let his blessings fill your life, as you build a relationship with god, based on every aspect of his names. The names of the lord jehovah in the old testament a list of 42 names of god used in the old testament built on the jehovah root. It is employed to indicate gods role as the one who controls all created agencies and beings.
This is the ninth of the compound names for jehovah. What are the different names of god in each book of the bible. In the bible days, your name was representative of your character, and thats the way it is with god. She is the author or coauthor of several bestselling books, including praying the names of god, praying the names of jesus, women of the bible, and sitting at the feet of rabbi jesus. None of the ancient people used the name elohim to speak of only one of their gods, but they used elohim to speak of their gods as a whole. Lord god brought about the priesthood of all his people in the new testament church 1 pet 2. Many common hebrew names contain yah or yahu, part of gods fourletter name. The names of god o lord, our lord, how majestic is thy name in all the earth. Ten names of god 2 1 elohim god, mighty creator eloheem the name elohim is the hebrew word for god that appears in the very first sentence of the bible. To call on gods name in prayer is to appeal to that aspect of his character that relates to. The bible teaches the equal standing of man and woman philip b. The names of god bible, gods word translation by ann spangler. One can find a complete list of the various names of god used through a simple internet search.
Each time they came to the name of god, they would set down the regular pen and pick up a. You can do this in confidence because each of gods names in scripture reveals an aspect of his nature suited to the need of the moment. Understanding the names of god will help us understand how to praise and worship him more effectively. The bible uses many names for the father, the son, and the holy spirit, with each revealing another aspect of god s holy character. Understanding the names of god will help us understand. Included is a link to the scripture verse where the first mention of that name of god occurs along with how many times that name is mentioned throughout the bible. This inspiring video shows several of the most important hebrew names of god. Various names of god translated from the hebrew or greek to english. The word allah does not appear in the hebrew or greek scriptures of the old or new testament, however neither does the word god. It contains more than 2,500 bible and bible related proper names and their meanings. Though god is infinitely far above our ability to fully understand, through the scriptures he tells us truths about himself so that we can know him. The bible uses many names for the father, the son, and the holy spirit, with each revealing another aspect of gods holy character. In a broad sense, then, gods name is equal to all that the bible and creation tell us about god. Nothing in the torah prohibits a person from pronouncing the name of god.
This name appears only one time in the old testament. Elohim is the hebrew word for god that appears in the very first sentence of the. The makers mark f c p refers to the silversmiths f c parry ltd. Sproul examines various names of god as a means to understanding the one true god. This chart shows 21 names of god, gives the definition, a scripture reference, and shows how to apply it to our lives today. Color god is light whirlwinds compasses the north wind light, natural out of the north lightning fire emanating from god theophany as i looked, behold, a storm wind was coming from the north, a great cloud with fire flashing forth continually and a bright light around it, and in its midst something like glowing metal in the midst of the fire.
God is known in judah, his name is great in israel. This, however, is where the names of god bible stands out this bible translation has restored the name our savior. Allah and allah the name allah does not belong to islam. Several extrabiblical sources offer us different versions of their names metzger and coogan 1993. His holiness stands apartunique and incomprehensible. Not only was god the healer in the old testament, but jesus christ revealed the healing heart of god for all of us, more than ever. The name of god is a surrogate for god himself psalm 54. This name abhir, translated in english versions of the bible mighty one, is always combined with israel or jacob. The name, often transliterated as elohim sebaot and tr. Needless to say, names for god were very sacred consider the commandment that forbids taking god s name in vain. Names of god complete list from hebrew and the bible.
You can do this in confidence because each of god s names in scripture reveals an aspect of his nature suited to the need of the moment. This is true not only for the names of people and places, but also of god himself. Praying the names and attributes of god the navigators. The subject of the bibles first sentence is god gen 1. Names of god encyclopedia of the bible bible gateway. Some hebrew words of uncertain meaning have been left out. The subject of the bible s first sentence is god gen 1. Now the bestselling author of praying the names of god and praying the names of jesus uncovers the richness of gods character and love found in his names right within the bible text. When we pray to elohim, we remember that he is the one who began it all, creating the heavens and the earth and separating light from darkness, water from dry land, night from day. Now the bestselling author of praying the names of god reveals the richness of gods character and love found in his names. Biblical names and their meanings the israel of god.
Praying through the names of god harvest house publishers. There are many names for god given in the old testament, and each will enrich your worship and prayer life. Because of this, scribes were very respectful and very hesitant to even write the name of god lest it be inadvertently misused. Therefore choose life, that you may live, loving the lord your god, obeying. The lord jesus said in his high priestly prayer in john 17. Gods holiness is not a better version of the best we know. And many people have called god by different names in the bible. Psa 68 god is the all powerful creator of the universe. It contains more than 2,500 bible and biblerelated proper names and their meanings. Needless to say, names for god were very sacred consider the commandment that forbids taking gods name in vain. Download a print friendly pdf of praying the names and attributes of god to pass along. Praying through the names of god is a tool you can use to call on the name of god for a specific need. Essential to our ability to glorify god is the knowledge of god and knowing him personally in view of that knowledge.
How to see many amazing names of god newcreeations. God invites you to become involved with him in his work. The bible teaches the equal standing of man and woman. Whether, then, you eat or drink or whatever you do, do all to the glory of god 1 corinthians 10. Perfect for personal study, prayer, and reflection, the names of god bible includes. Names of god bible gods word translation by ann spangler. There is one bible passage that is unique because it contains the tetragrammaton as well as the other major names of godall packed into one single verse. Still, it is often difficult to trust gods word and practice it in our lives. Old testament prophets revealed gods intentions for a greater prophetic role for women. Elohim is a general name translated god in the bible.
Jan 20, 2019 this, however, is where the names of god bible stands out this bible translation has restored the name our savior. The name was pronounced as part of daily services in the temple. We need to learn gods will about the womans role, so that we can be free from the confusion, and thus free to follow gods plan for our lives. This makes the god of the bible, elohim, the truly unique one, the crea tor of all. Can we arrive at a consistent biblical position without doing violence to the text. The names of god bible now available on bible gateway. Navigator discipleship tools are designed for sharing with your bible study, church group, and those you are discipling. Indeed, it is evident from scripture that gods name was pronounced routinely. The names of god in the old testament free online bible. The great purpose of man, especially the believer in christ, is to glorify god.
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