What`s in a name?
In the Western world, names are often chosen because they`re cute or because parents hope their children might aspire to be like a namesake, perhaps even a Bible figure. Yet, names in the Bible were often chosen to communicate something about a person . . . especially God`s names.
In Exodus 3:13-22, Moses asks God what his "name" is. Was he merely asking what he should call God? No--he was asking, "Who are you? Describe yourself." And God did just that, offering Moses a wonderful description, not just of his name, but of his nature.
In Hebrew thought, a name did more than identify a person; it revealed their identity. God`s identity is expressed not in one name, but in many.
This book uncovers the treasures in God`s names, grouping 140 names into eight sections
Almighty - Father - Redeemer - Shepherd
Spirit - Truth - Defender - Faithful
Each artfully designed page includes:
In the Western world, names are often chosen because they`re cute or because parents hope their children might aspire to be like a namesake, perhaps even a Bible figure. Yet, names in the Bible were often chosen to communicate something about a person . . . especially God`s names.
In Exodus 3:13-22, Moses asks God what his "name" is. Was he merely asking what he should call God? No--he was asking, "Who are you? Describe yourself." And God did just that, offering Moses a wonderful description, not just of his name, but of his nature.
In Hebrew thought, a name did more than identify a person; it revealed their identity. God`s identity is expressed not in one name, but in many.
This book uncovers the treasures in God`s names, grouping 140 names into eight sections
Almighty - Father - Redeemer - Shepherd
Spirit - Truth - Defender - Faithful
Each artfully designed page includes:
- the English name
- the Hebrew name
- an English transliteration
- inspiring devotional thoughts
- relevant Scripture passages from the Complete Jewish Bible
Includes an introduction by Daniel Juster, Th.D., executive director of Tikkun International.
Paperback 7.6 x 0.4 x 5.6 inches. 150 pages