Topical Encyclopedia The term "The Lord" is a central designation for God in the Bible, reflecting His sovereignty, authority, and relationship with His people. In the Old Testament, "The Lord" often translates the Hebrew name YHWH (Yahweh), which is considered the most sacred name of God, revealed to Moses at the burning bush (Exodus 3:14-15). This name signifies God's eternal existence and His covenantal faithfulness to Israel. In the Berean Standard Bible, "The Lord" is used to convey the reverence and majesty associated with God's name.Attributes of The Lord The Lord is depicted as omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent. He is the Creator of the heavens and the earth, as stated in Genesis 1:1, "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." His power and majesty are further emphasized in Psalm 24:1, "The earth is the LORD’s, and the fullness thereof, the world and all who dwell therein." The Lord is also characterized by His holiness and righteousness. Isaiah 6:3 declares, "Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory." His righteousness is a foundation of His throne, as expressed in Psalm 89:14, "Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne; loving devotion and truth go before You." The Lord as Redeemer and Savior Throughout the Bible, The Lord is portrayed as the Redeemer and Savior of His people. In the Old Testament, He delivers Israel from bondage in Egypt, as recounted in Exodus 6:6, "Therefore tell the Israelites: I am the LORD, and I will bring you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians." This act of deliverance is a foreshadowing of the ultimate redemption through Jesus Christ in the New Testament. In the New Testament, Jesus is identified as The Lord, affirming His divinity and role in salvation. Philippians 2:11 states, "and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." This confession acknowledges Jesus as the incarnate Lord who fulfills the promises of the Old Testament. The Lord's Covenant Relationship The Lord establishes covenants with His people, demonstrating His commitment and love. The Abrahamic Covenant (Genesis 12:1-3), the Mosaic Covenant (Exodus 19-24), and the Davidic Covenant (2 Samuel 7:12-16) are key examples of His covenantal dealings. These covenants reveal The Lord's plan for redemption and His desire for a relationship with humanity. In the New Testament, the New Covenant is inaugurated through Jesus Christ, as described in Hebrews 8:10, "This is the covenant I will establish with the people of Israel after that time, declares the Lord. I will put My laws in their minds and inscribe them on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they will be My people." The Lord's Role in Worship and Prayer The Lord is the object of worship and prayer throughout the Scriptures. Worship is directed to Him alone, as commanded in Deuteronomy 6:13, "Fear the LORD your God, serve Him only, and take your oaths in His name." The Psalms are replete with calls to worship The Lord for His greatness and goodness, such as in Psalm 95:6, "Come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the LORD our Maker." Prayer is a means of communication with The Lord, who hears and responds to the cries of His people. Jesus taught His disciples to pray to The Lord in the Lord's Prayer, beginning with "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name" (Matthew 6:9). The Lord's Justice and Mercy The Lord is just and merciful, balancing His righteous judgment with compassion. Psalm 103:8-10 describes His mercy, "The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion. He will not always accuse, nor will He harbor His anger forever; He does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities." His justice is evident in His dealings with nations and individuals, holding them accountable for their actions. Yet, His mercy offers forgiveness and restoration to those who repent and turn to Him, as seen in 2 Chronicles 7:14, "if My people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land." The Lord's Eternal Reign The Lord's reign is eternal, transcending time and history. Revelation 11:15 proclaims, "The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He will reign forever and ever." This eternal reign assures believers of The Lord's ultimate victory over evil and the establishment of His everlasting kingdom. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia The LordLORD; THE LORD The Aramaic designation, Mare', occurs only in Daniel (e.g. 2:47; 5:23), and the same word refers to a man (4:24). Greek 2962. kurios -- lord, master ... lord, master. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: kurios Phonetic Spelling: (koo'-ree-os) Short Definition: lord, Lord, master, sir Definition: lord ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2962.htm - 7k 2960. kuriakos -- of the Lord 1203. despotes -- lord, master 2961. kurieuo -- to be lord of, rule 3134. marana tha -- (our) Lord, come! 955. Beliar -- "lord of the forest," Beliar, a name of Satan 4102. pistis -- faith, faithfulness 2634. katakurieuo -- to bend down 40. hagios -- sacred, holy 1936. epithesis -- a laying on, an assault Strong's Hebrew 4756. mare -- lord... 4755, 4756. mare. 4757 . lord. Transliteration: mare Phonetic Spelling: (maw-ray') Short Definition: Lord. Word Origin (Aramaic) from ... /hebrew/4756.htm - 6k 136. Adonay -- Lord 113. adon -- lord 3072. Yhvh Tsidqenu -- "the LORD is our righteousness," a symbolic ... 5633. ceren -- tyrant, lord 1376. gebir -- lord 7261. rabreban -- lord, noble 138. Adoniyyahu -- "my Lord is Yahweh," the name of several ... 139. Adoni-tsedeq -- "Lord of righteousness," king of Jer. 1167. baal -- owner, lord Library The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ The Lord of Glory The Parables of Our Lord our lord's sermon on the mount Lord Teach Us To Pray 'It is the Lord!' Where is the Lord? The Servant-Lord The Lord of Glory. Forever with the Lord. Resources The: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.comBible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics the Epistle of Paul To Philemon the First Epistle General Of John The Kingdom or Church of Christ the Second and Third Epistles Of John Related Terms The-not-beloved (1 Occurrence) Kir'iath-je'arim (18 Occurrences) Kirjathjearim (17 Occurrences) Vine-dressers (18 Occurrences) Kirjath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
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