yahveh

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Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A name for the God of the Old Testament: "Yahveh" is a vocalization of the Hebrew name for God, represented by the four consonants YHVH (the Tetragrammaton). It is considered the personal and covenant name of God in the Hebrew Bible.

Usage

• "Yahveh" is used in theological, academic, and religious contexts to refer specifically to the God of Israel as named in the Hebrew scriptures. It is a transliteration, representing one scholarly attempt to pronounce the sacred name YHVH.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Many scholars believe "Yahveh" is a likely pronunciation of the divine name YHVH.
  • The prophets often spoke in the name of Yahveh.

Advanced Usage

• The name "Yahveh" is central to understanding the covenantal relationship in Judeo-Christian tradition. Its use signifies a direct reference to the biblical deity as distinct from generic terms like "God" or "Lord."

Variants and Related Words

• Yahweh: Another common transliteration of the same Hebrew name (YHVH).
• Jehovah: A later hybrid form combining the consonants YHVH with the vowel points of the Hebrew word "Adonai" (Lord).
• Tetragrammaton: The technical term for the four-letter Hebrew name of God, YHVH.
• The LORD: A common English translation convention, where "LORD" in small capitals represents the name YHVH.

Synonyms

• God (of Israel): The supreme being worshipped in Judaism and Christianity.
• The Almighty: A title emphasizing God's power.
• The Divine Name: A descriptive term for YHVH.

Notes

• The pronunciation "Yahveh" is a reconstruction, as the original pronunciation of YHVH has been lost due to ancient Jewish reverence, which led to the name being spoken only by the High Priest and later not spoken at all. In reading, it is traditionally substituted with "Adonai" (Lord) or "HaShem" (The Name).

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Noun

1. a name for the God of the Old Testament as transliterated from the Hebrew consonants YHVH