Who Is God?

יהוה אלהים
(YHWH Elohim - The Lord God)

Discover the eternal, sovereign Creator of the universe through His sacred names, perfect attributes, and mighty works revealed throughout Scripture. He is both perfectly just and infinitely loving, bringing restoration through His righteous judgments.

The Sacred Names of God

Each name reveals a different aspect of God's character, power, and relationship with His people. These names were revealed progressively throughout Scripture as God made Himself known.

Primary Names

Elohim
The Mighty Creator

"In the beginning God (Elohim) created the heavens and the earth."

— Genesis 1:1

Plural form emphasizing God's majesty and power. Used over 2,500 times, showing His sovereignty over all creation.

Power & Creation
YHWH (Yahweh)
I AM WHO I AM

"I AM WHO I AM. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: 'I AM has sent me to you.'"

— Exodus 3:14

The most sacred name, revealing God's eternal, self-existent nature. Used over 6,800 times in the Old Testament.

Eternal Existence
El Qanna
The Jealous God

"For the Lord your God is a consuming fire, a jealous God (El Qanna)."

— Deuteronomy 4:24

God's jealousy is His righteous zeal for His people's exclusive devotion. Unlike human jealousy, it stems from perfect love.

Holy Jealousy

Compound Names (Jehovah Names)

Jehovah Jireh
The Lord Will Provide

Genesis 22:14

Jehovah Nissi
The Lord My Banner

Exodus 17:15

Jehovah Rapha
The Lord Who Heals

Exodus 15:26

Jehovah Shalom
The Lord Is Peace

Judges 6:24

Jehovah Rohi
The Lord My Shepherd

Psalm 23:1

Jehovah Tsidkenu
The Lord Our Righteousness

Jeremiah 23:6

Jehovah Shammah
The Lord Is There

Ezekiel 48:35

Jehovah Sabaoth
Lord of Hosts

1 Samuel 1:3

Additional Sacred Names

El Shaddai

God Almighty

El Roi

The God Who Sees

El Olam

The Everlasting God

El Elyon

God Most High

Adonai

Lord and Master

Abba

Father

Ancient of Days

The Eternal One

Alpha and Omega

Beginning and End

Know the One True God

"This is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent."— John 17:3

The God revealed in Scripture is both transcendent and immanent, both just and merciful, both holy and loving. He invites you into a personal relationship through Jesus Christ.