Yahweh
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Exodus 3:7-16, Exodus 34:1-9, Psalm 15:1-5, Isaiah 42:5-9, John 8:58
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In this Names of God reading plan, we are learning more about God by studying the names given to Him in Scripture. Rather than having our writers share their own reflections on these passages, we’ve instead provided research-rich content to aid in your study of each day’s featured name of God, including the background of the name(s), a brief explanation of the character of God emphasized by the name(s), and a reflection question to help you dig deeper into the text.
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Yahweh
YHWH (Hebrew)
Scripture Reading: Exodus 3:7-16, Exodus 34:1-9, Psalm 15:1-5, Isaiah 42:5-9, John 8:58
Description
Yahweh is a profoundly holy name, but it is also unmistakably personal. Yahweh is distinct from other names of God because it is self-revealed. It is the intimate, covenantal, relational name of God. Modern English translations of the Bible often use small capital letters for YHWH.
When Moses asks God for His name in Exodus 3, God reveals Himself as “I Am Who I Am,” and then calls Himself Yahweh. In Exodus 34, He again proclaims His name as He describes His character to Moses. His name is a core part of the covenantal promise He makes with Moses—Yahweh will always be who He is.
Emphasis
The name God gives Himself, highlighting His covenantal and relational nature
Reflection
What does this name teach me about God?
307 thoughts on "Yahweh"
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I can’t comprehend why such a powerful God would come down and be in relationship with his people, but I’m so thankful YAWEH chose that.
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I love that. I am who I am, so small but powerful. He simply is who he says he is.
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Then the Lord cam down in a cloud and stood there with Him. Exodus 34:5 ♥️ Thank you, Lord, for standing with us.
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