Names of God
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The names of God in the Bible reveal His character, attributes, and the nature of His relationship with humanity. Each name provides insight into His divine essence and His interactions with His creation. The following are some of the most significant names of God found in the Scriptures:

1. Elohim (אֱלֹהִים):
Elohim is the first name used for God in the Bible, appearing in Genesis 1:1: "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." This name emphasizes God's power and might as the Creator of the universe. It is a plural form, which some scholars suggest hints at the complexity of God's nature, aligning with the Christian doctrine of the Trinity.

2. Yahweh (יהוה):
Yahweh, often rendered as LORD in English translations, is the personal and covenantal name of God revealed to Moses in Exodus 3:14: "God said to Moses, 'I AM WHO I AM.'" This name signifies God's eternal existence and unchanging nature. Yahweh is the name most closely associated with God's relationship with Israel and His faithfulness to His promises.

3. Adonai (אֲדֹנָי):
Adonai, meaning "Lord" or "Master," is used to express God's authority and lordship. It is often used in contexts where God's sovereignty and governance are emphasized. For example, in Psalm 8:1, David declares, "O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth!"

4. El Shaddai (אֵל שַׁדַּי):
El Shaddai is often translated as "God Almighty" and highlights God's ultimate power and sufficiency. This name is first introduced in Genesis 17:1 when God appears to Abram and says, "I am God Almighty; walk before Me and be blameless."

5. Jehovah Jireh (יְהוָה יִרְאֶה):
Meaning "The LORD Will Provide," this name is found in Genesis 22:14, where Abraham names the place where God provided a ram as a substitute for Isaac. It underscores God's provision and care for His people.

6. Jehovah Rapha (יְהוָה רֹפְאֶךָ):
Translated as "The LORD Who Heals," this name is found in Exodus 15:26, where God promises healing to the Israelites: "For I am the LORD who heals you." It reflects God's power to heal and restore both physically and spiritually.

7. Jehovah Nissi (יְהוָה נִסִּי):
Meaning "The LORD Is My Banner," this name is used in Exodus 17:15 after the Israelites' victory over the Amalekites. Moses builds an altar and names it Jehovah Nissi, signifying God's protection and leadership in battle.

8. Jehovah Shalom (יְהוָה שָׁלוֹם):
This name, meaning "The LORD Is Peace," is found in Judges 6:24. Gideon builds an altar to the LORD and calls it Jehovah Shalom after receiving assurance of peace from God. It highlights God's role as the source of peace and wholeness.

9. Jehovah Tsidkenu (יְהוָה צִדְקֵנוּ):
Translated as "The LORD Our Righteousness," this name appears in Jeremiah 23:6, referring to the coming Messiah who will reign as a righteous King. It emphasizes God's righteousness and His provision of righteousness for His people.

10. Jehovah Sabaoth (יְהוָה צְבָאוֹת):
Meaning "The LORD of Hosts," this name is used to describe God's command over the armies of heaven and earth. It is often associated with God's power and majesty, as seen in 1 Samuel 1:3, where Elkanah goes to worship the LORD of Hosts in Shiloh.

These names, among others, reflect the multifaceted nature of God as revealed in the Bible. They serve as a means for believers to understand and relate to God in various aspects of life and faith.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
Names of God

NAMES OF GOD

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Greek
3686. onoma -- a name, authority, cause
... Therefore, in the case of the God, it is specially sacred" (Souter).]. ... cause NASB
Word Usage called (1), name (175), name's (7), named (34), names (8), people (1 ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3686.htm - 7k

1845. exorkistes -- an exorcist
... by the use of names or spells. Cognate: 1845 -- an exorcist; a person expelling
demons, adjuring (binding) them by using oaths ("God-formulas," religious ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1845.htm - 6k

Strong's Hebrew
410. el -- God, in pl. gods
... mighty; especially the Almighty (but used also of any deity) -- God (god), X goodly,
X great, idol, might(-y one), power, strong. Compare names in "-el.". ...
/hebrew/410.htm - 6k

3050. Yah -- the name of the God of Israel
... Usage GOD (1), LORD (49). Jah, the Lord. Contraction for Yhovah, and meaning the
same; Jah, the sacred name -- Jah, the Lord, most vehement. Compare names in ...
/hebrew/3050.htm - 6k

Library

The Names of God (Twelve Articles)
... THE NAMES OF GOD (TWELVE ARTICLES). ... (1) Whether God can be named by us? (2) Whether
any names applied to God are predicated of Him substantially? ...
//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/the names of god twelve.htm

Names of God and of Christ, their Meaning and Power.
... Chapter VI."Names of God and of Christ, their meaning and power. But to the
Father of all, who is unbegotten there is no name given. ...
/.../the second apology of justin for the christians/chapter vi names of god and.htm

The Names of God.
... Chapter II. The Names of God. Chapter II. The Names of God. Several
names are used for God, each having its own significance ...
/.../the way of salvation in the lutheran church/chapter ii the names of.htm

Whether Names Applied to God are Synonymous?
... THE NAMES OF GOD (TWELVE ARTICLES) Whether names applied to God are synonymous?
Objection 1: It seems that these names applied to God are synonymous names. ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether names applied to god.htm

Whether Names Predicated of God are Predicated Primarily of ...
... THE NAMES OF GOD (TWELVE ARTICLES) Whether names predicated of God are
predicated primarily of creatures? Objection 1: It seems ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether names predicated of god.htm

The Names Son of God and Son of Man.
... CHAPTER III. NEW FORM OF THE IDEA OF THE PERSON OF THE THEOCRATIC KING. Section
58. The Names Son of God and Son of Man. OUR conception ...
/.../section 58 the names son.htm

Whether Names which Imply Relation to Creatures are Predicated of ...
... THE NAMES OF GOD (TWELVE ARTICLES) Whether names which imply relation to
creatures are predicated of God temporally? Objection 1 ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether names which imply relation.htm

The Various Names of Christ According to Both Natures it is Shown ...
... Chapter CXXVI."The various names of Christ according to both natures It
is shown that He is God, and appeared to the patriarchs. ...
/.../chapter cxxvi the various names of.htm

Other Beings Besides God are in Scripture Called God this ...
... Chapter VII."Other Beings Besides God are in Scripture Called God This
Objection Frivolous, for It is Not a Question of Names. ...
/.../the five books against marcion/chapter vii other beings besides god.htm

Of the Name of God
... Therefore saith Christ, "There is one good, even God and he calls himself 'the light
of life,' " and therefore you have so many names of God in Scripture. ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/lecture vii of the name.htm

Resources
What are the names of Satan? | GotQuestions.org

What are the names of angels in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org

What are the different names and titles of Jesus Christ? | GotQuestions.org

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