What's In A Name? Are Names Important? Study 6 in "Blacks In The Bible Series"
We will be discussing the importance and meaning of the names of TMH.
TMH goes by many names that are really characteristics or aspects of who He is. When asked His name He replied simply I AM. Although many have searched no one knows His name but we can call upon the multitude of things that come together are the one I Am.
When we need a healer we call one name, when we need strength we call another let's look at the names and their meanings.
El Shaddai (Lord God Almighty)
El Elyon (The Most High God)
Adonai (Lord, Master)
Yahweh (Lord, Jehovah)
Jehovah Nissi (The Lord My Banner)
Jehovah-Raah (The Lord My Shepherd)
Jehovah Rapha (The Lord That Heals)
Jehovah Shammah (The Lord Is There)
Jehovah Tsidkenu (The Lord Our Righteousness)
Jehovah Mekoddishkem (The Lord Who Sanctifies You)
El Olam (The Everlasting God)
Elohim (God)
Qanna (Jealous)
Jehovah Jireh (The Lord Will Provide)
Jehovah Shalom (The Lord Is Peace)
Jehovah Sabaoth (The Lord of Hosts)
Why are the names we give our children important?
As we can see with how the names of God are important, so it is with man. Biblically we see that every name given had a specific meaning behind it. There are times when the name needs to be changed in order to represent the dramatic change in calling and spirit. Words are a creative force. A child that has been called stupid, idiot, fool by all that he comes into contact with will show those traits. The child who is uplifted constantly encouraged with kind words that support him and make them feel secure will exemplify those traits most of the time.
In this present system not a lot of thought goes into a name. If it sounds exotic or pretty people just give the child the name. Way too often, they have no idea of the origins of the name or any idea what the name stands for.
Have you noticed how some people in the Bible had their names changed? Often the biblical text will explain why their names changed. Here’s a couple of examples, with emphasis added to show the reason for the new name:
In Genesis 17:1-6, Abram was renamed Abraham:
When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the Lord appeared to him and said, “I am the Almighty God. Obey me and always do what is right.”... God said, “I make this covenant with you: I promise that you will be the ancestor of many nations. Your name will no longer be Abram, but Abraham, because I am making you the ancestor of many nations.”
In Genesis 32:28, Jacob was renamed Israel:
The man said, “Your name will no longer be Jacob. You have struggled with God and with men, and you have won; so your name will be Israel.”
There are many other biblical characters with name changes, as well as people’s names with its meaning explained, like:
Genesis 25:24-26—The time came for her to give birth, and she had twin sons. The first one was reddish, and his skin was like a hairy robe, so he was named Esau. The second one was born holding on tightly to the heel of Esau, so he was named Jacob.
Matthew 1:21—She will have a son, and you will name him Jesus—because he will save his people from their sins.”Matthew 1:23—“A virgin will become pregnant and have a son, and he will be called Immanuel” (which means, “God is with us”).
Wes Woodell summarized the important meaning of names in his blog post, The Significance of Names in the Bible. He explained how names are significant in the Bible, and how they serve a variety of functions. This list is a recap of his devotional:
6 Reasons Why Names are Important in the Bible
A biblical name could record some aspects of a person’s birth.
Biblical names sometimes expressed the parents’ reaction to the birth of their child.
Biblical names were sometimes used to secure the solidarity of family ties.
Biblical names could be used to communicate God’s message.
Biblical names were also used to establish an affiliation with God.
Biblical names are given to establish authority over another, or to indicate a new beginning or new direction in a person’s life.
**Fun Facts! Let's See What Your Name Means
What's In A Name?
IRIS f Greek Mythology, English, German, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, French, Spanish, Catalan, Greek
Means "rainbow" in Greek. Iris was the name of the Greek goddess of the rainbow, also serving as a messenger to the gods. This name can also be given in reference to the word (which derives from the same Greek source) for the iris flower or the colored part of the eye.
From <https://www.behindthename.com/names/meaning/iris>
A user from United Kingdom says the name Iris is of Greek origin and means "The rainbow, flower". A submission from Massachusetts, United States says the name Iris means "Rainbow" and is of Greek origin. A user from Illinois, United States says the name Iris means "Iris is the greek goddess of the rainbow". A submission from Tennessee, United States says the name Iris means "The Rainbow". According to a user from Missouri, United States, the name Iris means "Iris means the rainbow.".
Submit the origin and/or meaning of Iris to us below
From <https://www.names.org/n/iris/about>
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A user from Ghana says the name Michelle means "There is no other God like our God". According to a user from Malawi, the name Michelle is of French origin and means "God given". A user from South Africa says the name Michelle is of English origin and means "Gift from God". According to a user from Kenya, the name Michelle is of English origin and means "Caring". A user from California, United States says the name Michelle is of French origin and means "Gift from god".
From <https://www.names.org/n/michelle/about#associations>
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A user from Australia says the name Geraldine is of German origin and means "Warrior". A user from Philippines says the name Geraldine is of English origin and means "Spear ruler". A submission from Philippines says the name Geraldine means "SPEAR RULER" and is of French origin. A submission from Texas, United States says the name Geraldine means "Spear Ruler" and is of German origin.
From <https://www.names.org/n/geraldine/about>
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According to a user from South Carolina, United States, the name Chrystal is of English origin and means "World to me". A submission from United States says the name Chrystal means "Beautiful, amazing teacher".
From <https://www.names.org/n/chrystal/about>
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A submission from Kentucky, United States says the name David means "beloved" and is of Hebrew origin. According to a user from Arizona, United States, the name David is of Hebrew origin and means "Beloved". A user from Texas, United States says the name David is of Hawaiian origin and means "Kawikana: Is an old name for David in the Hawaiian language. Kawika: Is more commonly used today. However the name David does not originate from the Hawaiian language, the Hawaiian name for David does. It means Cherished Ruler or Beloved King or Ruler or the one that rules as Chief.". A submission from Ohio, United States says the name David means "Brave Brother" and is of African origin. A user from New York, United States says the name David is of English origin and means "Gift of god".
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