Throughout the Bible, God is referred to by a variety of names and titles. Use this tag for questions about the meaning and/or use of those names/titles. It can also be used for questions about titles given to Jesus.
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Why do some Christians bowdlerise words like "God", writing "G-d" instead?
Some Christians bowdlerise words like "God", writing it as "G-d" or even "G d". This practice is likely inspired by the Jewish practice to do similar. But while some Jews explain their practice as a means to ensure that the names of God including…
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What are the reasons for having special names for God/ Jesus?
I was watching the "Truth Project" (a religious DVD) and the speaker kept referring to "Jehovah Jireh". A recent answer here makes a reference to "Yahshua Ha-Maschiach", whom we have to infer is Jesus.
Q: What are the intended purposes by those…
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Is there a name for The God Who Hears?
I was wondering if there is a name meaning God Who Hears me.
El Roi speaks of The God Who Sees me. From Genesis 16:13 (ESV):
13 So she called the name of the LORD [El-Roi] who spoke to her, "You are a God of seeing," for she said, "Truly here I…
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Difference between Christ and Messiah?
Really need to understand the difference between Christ and Messiah
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