MAGNI m Ancient Scandinavian, Norse Mythology Derived from the Old Norse element magn meaning "mighty, strong". God of dreams and sleep – has the ability to take any human form and appear in dreams. Ila usisahau ooh, si kwa nguvu zakoo. Theologically the name of Yahweh resonates with covenant, partly because in the explication of the name in Exodus 6:6-8 the covenant formula is invoked ("I will be your God and you will be my people"). Also a satyr (half man, half-goat). The Morning Star – the planet Venus as it appears in the morning. Guardian god of the ancient city Lamark, where wounded heroes could find comfort and heal after battle. What is your favorite name of God in the Bible and why? God of the sky, lightning, thunder, law, order, justice, King of the Gods and the “Father of Gods and men”. We want to know that our loved ones are protected and covered in His care, especially when they’re away from us. The god of the deep abyss, a great pit in the depths of the underworld, and father of Typhon. He calls us for his specific purposes, reminding us that He knows our way and He has a plan. Believers, Peter writes, are "shielded by God's power" (1 Peter 1:5). Not to be confused with Cronos, god of time. What does na gode mean in English? This page is a list of the names of Greek gods in ancient mythology and their roles. Often it seems, that God tests our hearts like He did Abraham’s that day. This overtone of presence is reiterated in the naming of the wilderness structure as "tabernacle", and in the promised name Immanuel ("God with us, " Isa 7:14; Matt 1:23). He is Mighty. In a world that often feels chaotic and fear-filled, His name is the one to hold close. © Greek Gods and Goddesses 2010 - 2020 | About | Contact | Privacy, There have been many Greek gods mentioned across thousands of stories in Greek mythology – from the. A group of gods that came before all else. This story of God’s name reminds us that He is always close, that He sees us when we feel that no one else does, and that He cares. We can trust His loving leadership in our lives, just as Moses did. Last son of Gaia, fathered by Tartarus and god of monsters, storms, and volcanoes. He said to God, “Suppose I go to the Israelites and say to them, The God of you fathers has sent me to you, and they ask me, “What is his name?” Then what shall I tell them?” God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM. A minor god of vegetation, fruits of the earth and rebirth. Means “God Most High” – El Elyon is a name used through the Old Testament revealing God is above all gods, that nothing in life is more sacred. Messenger of the sea and the son of Poseidon and Amphitrite. 10 Names of God – and What They Mean for Life Today: Elohim means “God” – This name refers to God’s incredible power and might. “Then Gideon built an altar there to the LORD and named it The LORD is Peace.” Judges 6:24. But as believers we still have this hope and assurance: we will live forever free in heaven, far away from the burdens we’ve carried here in this life. The salvation dimension of the name recurs in the announcement of the incarnation: the one born is to be called "Jesus" for (as an echo of the name yhwh) "he will save his people from their sins" (Matt 1:21). It is also the most frequent name, occurring in the Old Testament 6, 828 times (almost 700 times in the Psalms alone). He was the son of Aphrodite. The deadliest monster in Greek mythology and “Father of All Monsters”. Abraham found this to be true. God of fire, metalworking, stone masonry, forges and the art of sculpture. The name El Roi says to us that God is watching over all, that He sees the affairs of people, and knows when we feel lost and unloved. “She gave this name to the LORD who spoke to her: "You are the God who sees me," for she said, "I have now seen the One who sees me." You can be assured, you are held by an Almighty God, you never have to fear, God’s hands are strong and secure. “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” Psalm 91:1, To Abraham God appears as God Almighty, El Shaddai (Gen 17:1). In Irish mythology this was the name of the goddess of fire, poetry and wisdom, the daughter of the god Dagda. The greatest of the Greek heroes, he became god of heroes, sports, athletes, health, agriculture, fertility, trade, oracles and divine protector of mankind. This verse and God’s reminder that He is the Almighty gives us the security and assurance that nothing else around us can offer. Judging from the etymology, but more particularly from the context in which the name is disclosed (Exod 3:12, 14; 6:2-8), the name signifies "presence." Sema asante, kweli ye ni munguu . Sometimes we spin our wheels trying to battle through our hard days in our own strength. The name yhwh is anything but empty. - Exodus 15:26. He is fully trustworthy, always powerful, forever loving, and constantly present with us. The Bible uses different names of God to convey specific, personal meaning and identity. There's great power in a name. He provided a way for us to be saved through His Son Jesus Christ, and He gave us His Spirit to help us today. Condemned by Zeus to carry the world on his back after the Titans lost the war. It says who we are, it's what we are known by to all those around us. He needed reassurance, he needed to know God was bigger than this problem, that He would carry them through, that even if people wouldn’t listen to him, they would listen to the One who sent him. He is the one on whom we can fully rely, He is Sovereign, He is the one we can completely trust. Abokane, ka bani, na gode/ Sujada ne nake/ Godiya ne nake/ Sujada ne nake/ Godiya ne nake/ Sujada ne nake, ya Yesu/ Godiya ne nake, a!/ Sujada ne nake, mai Ceto/ Godiya ne nake, a! El 'Elyon denotes exaltation and prerogative and belongs to "monarchical theology" for it speaks of absolute right to lordship. El Shaddai means “God Almighty” – God’s name, El Shaddai, reminds us that He is all-powerful, He is the Mighty One, He is the 9-1-1 (Psalm 91:1) to run to. The god of time. The designation "Shaddai, " which some think is the oldest of the divine names in the Bible, occurs forty-eight times, thirty-one of which are in Job. God’s reminder is to all Him to be our banner, our protector, that One that is able to lead us and give us supernatural victory against forces and obstacles that come against us. Yahweh is dynamically near, but as God (Elohim) he is also paradoxically transcendent. He didn’t leave her alone in her troubles. Elohim sums up what is intended by "god" or the divine. The nothingness that all else sprung from. Believed to be the personification of the World Ocean, an enormous river encircling the world. “Moses built an altar and called it The LORD is my Banner.” Exodus 17:15. Known as the strongest man on Earth. Elohim occurs more than 2,250 times in the Bible. Next to Lord (Yahweh), Elohim is the major designation for God. God of nature, the wild, shepherds, flocks, goats, mountain wilds, and is often associated with sexuality. It reminds us that God knows we’re in need of help, He understands we’re in need of healing, and He promises to redeem every broken place in our lives. In the name yhwh God's character as the savior of a people is revealed. The Titan god of the sea before Poseidon and father of the Nereids (nymphs of the sea). He is the Mighty One over all of nature, this world, and the heavens above, our creative God who has worked wonders by His hands. He is indeed the Lord Most High, the One who reigns supreme. Kama unahusulela lazima utulie. The patron god of the “silver-swirling” Achelous River. Closely linked to temple services, twenty of its forty-five occurrences are in the Psalter. Yahweh is present, accessible, near to those who call on him (Psalm 145:18) for deliverance (107:13), forgiveness (25:11), and guidance (31:3). Referred to as “The East Wind”. Olympian god of music, poetry, art, oracles, archery, plague, medicine, sun, light and knowledge. His actions also bespeak his power, enabling barren women such as Sarah and Rebecca to conceive (Genesis 18:10 Genesis 18:14 ; 25:21), bringing an oppressed people out of Egypt (Exodus 20:2), and with power raising Jesus Christ from the dead (Rom 1:1-4). And we can find refuge and rest in His shadow. Yah is a shortened form that appears fifty times in the Old Testament, including forty-three occurrences in the Psalms, often in the admonition "hallelu-jah" (lit. [Bakers Evanglical Dictionary]. Titan god of the ocean. “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” Genesis 1:1, “The heavens are telling of the glory of God; And their expanse is declaring the work of His hands.” Psalm 19:1. 10 Powerful Names of God (and What They Mean for Us Today).