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Hebrew Word for Soul: Nephesh

Hebrew Word for Soul: Nephesh

Most Christians think of the soul as the spiritual nature of human beings susceptible to future misery or happiness. We consider it the immortal part of us that leaves our bodies when we die. But when we view the term from the ancient Hebrew perspective, we'll find a...

Hebrew Word For Life: Chayim

Hebrew Word For Life: Chayim

There is a popular Jewish toast "L'Chaim" meaning "to life." Jews say L'Chaim at celebrations such as weddings and bar mitzvahs in anticipation of blessings and of all good things to come. Clearly, life has a deeper meaning to the Jews, and investigating the Hebrew...

The Hebrew Word For Holy: Kodesh

The Hebrew Word For Holy: Kodesh

When you hear the word “holy,” what comes to mind? Perhaps you think of perfection or those with “holier than thou” attitudes because they behave as though they are morally superior to others. The original Hebrew meaning of “holy” has little to do with a...

Hebrew Word For Heart: Lev

Hebrew Word For Heart: Lev

When conflicted about something, most people would advise you to "follow your heart" in reference to doing what feels right or good for you. In some cases, we can say we are speaking from the heart to show genuineness. However, following the heart can lead to...

The Hebrew Word For Glory: Kavod

The Hebrew Word For Glory: Kavod

We live in a world that glorifies wealth and success. We have elevated wealth and success to a point where they are apparently the only variables that are important in life. However, as Christians, we strive to give God the glory for all the success we may experience....

Hebrew Word For Father: AB/AV

Hebrew Word For Father: AB/AV

A famous quote from Dimitri the Stoneheart says, “A father doesn’t tell you that he loves you. He shows you."  But fatherhood means different things for different people depending on upbringing and societal norms. Let’s examine this word from the Biblical point of...

Hebrew Word For Angels: Malakh

Hebrew Word For Angels: Malakh

Ask any person who or what is an angel, and there is a high chance they will say they are creatures with wings that occasionally visit Earth from heaven. This popular description of angels is a recurrent theme in all art forms, be it TV shows, movies, literature,...

Hebrew Word for “Word”: Dabar/Davar

Hebrew Word for “Word”: Dabar/Davar

"The Word" itself is among the most important words in Scripture. This term is the opening thought in the Gospel of John in which he echoes the structure and thought of the Genesis opening passage. Words form the world's creative energy; the universe came into being...

The Hebrew Word For Spirit: Ruach

The Hebrew Word For Spirit: Ruach

It’s impossible to read the Bible without encountering the term Holy Spirit. In the New Testament, he is revealed as a comforter and a supernatural helper. But he was also active in the Old Testament right from creation where “the spirit of God was moving over the...

Hebrew Word For Prayer: Tefillah

Hebrew Word For Prayer: Tefillah

Most times, people pray to God with the desire to get favors. Some see prayer as an opportunity to pour their heart out to God or a way to express their deepest wishes and desires. Others believe it’s a means to petition a divine and fair judge. Prayer takes many...

Hebrew Word for Mother: Am/Em

Hebrew Word for Mother: Am/Em

The modern world perspective prioritizes our personal identity and considers our mother simply as someone who gave us life and cared for us during our childhood. However, the ancient Hebrew language prioritizes collective identity and considers a mother within the...

Hebrew Word for Man: Adam

Hebrew Word for Man: Adam

The creation of man is arguably the most important part of creation. God started by creating the universe in 5 days of creation and then finished by creating man on the 6th. He then rested on day 7 which resulted in the law of the sabbath. Even though there is some...