Thank you so much! I’m thrilled to hear that the videos feel like a seminary classroom experience for you-I aim to give the ulltimate Bible learning experience! I truly appreciate your support and can’t wait for you to dive into the book. There’s so much more to explore, and I’d love to hear your thoughts once you’ve read it!
Thank you so much, Sister! I’m so glad the video was edifying and reinforced God’s truths for you. That’s exactly the goal-to uplift and build up the body of Christ. Blessings to you as well, and thank you for your encouragement! 🙏
The intimate connection we share with the Father makes it easier to refer to Him in the way Jesus described in the Word. Rather than getting caught up in the complexities of the correct Hebrew name, this video clarifies that Hebrew names can be pronounced differently depending on the dialect. Therefore, whether we use the name "Father" or "Adonai," we are still correct. It's a wonderful video that simplifies this understanding.
Thank you so much for your insightful comment! I’m glad this video resonated with you and helped clarify the complexities of Hebrew names and their meanings. It’s so true-what matters most is the relationship we have with the Father, just as Jesus taught us. I truly appreciate your encouragement and perspective!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m glad you found the video enriching. It’s such an important reminder to focus on relationship over legalism-exactly what Jesus emphasized when calling God ‘Father.’ I’m also thrilled you appreciated the archaeological and anthropological insights; they truly bring depth to understanding Scripture in its historical context. Stay tuned for more videos diving deeper into these topics!
Video quality and lighting is great , on topic, seeing Christ bore that name in his pre-flesh existence it makes perfect sense why he did'nt call the Father those names. Christ himself declared Him.
I call him Father or Jesus, sometimes Adonai, (master), why? 1 John 2:1 - My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous: There is way too much nonsense on the ‘never ending fight about the name of God’ you are absolutely correct on that! I’m glad you’re a decent man, and good teacher, a person can feel that, ‘right off, right quickly,’ so I thank you for that. Now, I’d like to share something you may have never seen about Isaiah 19:19-20
Thank you so much for your kind and encouraging words! I’m deeply honored that you find the teaching meaningful and grounded-it’s my prayer that these videos help bring clarity and strengthen our relationship with the Father. I couldn’t agree more about the never-ending debates around the name of God. It’s so important to focus on the relationship He desires with us rather than getting caught up in arguments. Isaiah 19:19-20 is indeed a fascinating passage, and I appreciate you sharing that perspective. I’ll take a closer look-there’s always so much to learn and explore in God’s Word! Regarding the idea of the pronunciation of YHWH as Yahweh - 'inhale Yah, exhale Weh,' it’s a fascinating concept and beautifully poetic, but it’s highly unlikely linguistically. Hebrew phonetics don’t align with that particular interpretation. I talk about it in this video th-cam.com/video/ocyqCl5cMFI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=aReAZLFZ5yKRXS-L HOWEVER it's Still, a meaningful reminder of the closeness of God’s presence in every breath we take.
yet He declared His name unto us Jesus = YHVH Saves Jesus = Yeshua the pictogram of YHVH is yod = hand hê = reveal vav = nail hê = reveal the hand reveals the nail reveals thats Our God - Jesus Christ is God come in the flesh He is Lord
Thank you for your thoughtful comment and for sharing those insights! I love how the pictorial representation of YHWH connects so beautifully to the gospel message-‘the hand look, the nail look.’ It truly points to Jesus as YHVH Saves. By the way, I actually did a video exploring YHWH in ancient Hebrew pictograms maybe 2 or 3 years ago! You might find it interesting-check it out here: th-cam.com/users/shortsKAtTm7HJcUg?si=Oa6I4wDAxkHuSie2. Let me know what you think!
Ok, I had to stop this nonsense after 2:34. When he said that Jesus never called God, Jehovah. This man needs to get the new Divine Name King James Version Bible. In this Bible, they have restored the name Jehovah back to its original place over 7000 times in the Bible. Including the many times that Jesus called God, Jehovah. Especially when he told the devil at Matt.4:10 “It is Jehovah your God you must worship.” The publishers who restored this Bible would strongly disagree with him. This man does not think. Jehovah had the Bible writers record his name almost 7000 times in the Old Testament. He wanted His personal name known and used. Even Jesus said that he has made this name known and will make it known. John 17:26. So why would Jehovah suddenly want everyone to stop calling him Jehovah??? Does that make sense to anyone? Jesus is the Firstborn Son of God. No one in the Old Testament fully understood this until Jesus came down to the earth. They knew God mainly as Jehovah. But Jesus was establishing a more personal, intimate, relationship with God. Jesus wanted people to know that Jehovah was also their Father too. He never wanted people to stop addressing God as Jehovah. That would go against what Jehovah established from the beginning. The name Jehovah separated God from all other gods who also had a personal name. Calling God, Father, does not do that. When the people of the Old Testament worshipped Jehovah, everyone knew where they stood and who guides them. It is the same today. No one knows who guides you if you address God only as Father. But throughout the world, if you use the name Jehovah in your ministry, everyone will know that you are one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. And that is exactly what God wanted. As Acts 15:14 says, “…God for the first time turned his attention to the nations and to take out of them a people for his NAME.” This means nothing if you only address God as Father. And Jehovah knew that there would be people like this misguided man who would try to get people to stop using His personal name, which is why in the book of Ezekiel He said over 50 times: “Then the nations will have to know that I am Jehovah.”
Thank you for sharing your perspective so passionately. I appreciate your emphasis on the importance of God's name and the role it plays in distinguishing Him as the one true God. You're absolutely right that His name appears nearly 7,000 times in the Old Testament, and His desire for it to be known is evident. That said, have you ever heard of the concept of scriptural integrity? This is key to understanding why Jesus called God 'YHWH' only when quoting Scripture. When Jesus said, 'It is written,' as in Matthew 4:10, He was maintaining the integrity of the Old Testament text, quoting it exactly as it was written. However, in His personal prayers and teachings, Jesus exclusively referred to God as 'Father,' emphasizing the intimate relationship He came to reveal. John 17:26 is indeed a profound verse where Jesus said, 'I have declared unto them thy name.' But this declaration wasn’t just about the pronunciation of YHWH; it was about revealing God’s character, essence, and relational nature as a Father-something that had not been fully grasped before. Jesus’ ministry invited us into a relationship that transcends formality, focusing on trust, love, and closeness. I respect your viewpoint about the importance of using God’s name and its distinction from other gods. However, it’s also worth reflecting on how Jesus shifted the focus to calling God 'Father' to invite us into a deeper understanding of who He is. I’d love to continue this discussion-thank you again for sharing your thoughts and insights!
@ Thanks for responding to me. You are right that when Jesus said that he made God’s name known, it was more than the pronunciation of his name, Jehovah. And that this transcends formality. But again, His attributes describes the God named Jehovah. And you cannot describe the attributes of God without saying that it is Jehovah who has these attributes. Not just A Father God. And if you knew the attributes and uniqueness of Jehovah, then you would know that he can’t be a trinity god. As most people call him. Father God is very impersonal. It does not differentiate whom you are talking about. Just as being called just a Prophet does not describes Jesus. As other faiths also has their prophets. But when a person says that their God is Allah, you know exactly whom they serve and what they stand for. Just by the mentioning of the name. You don’t get that if you only acknowledge God as Father God. It has always been like that. There has always been a difference when people say that they worship Jehovah. And I notice that you didn’t comment on Ezekiel that why God said over 50 times, when talking about about the end of this system, that people would be forced to know that God’s name is Jehovah. Because when people see your videos and others like it, they’re left with thinking that identifying God as Jehovah is not important. Why did God have it recorded over 50 times the importance of knowing His personal name.
@@KennethKingJW Thank you for your detailed comment and for engaging with this topic so thoughtfully. I’d like to address a few points clearly. First, you’re absolutely correct that when Jesus said He made God’s name known, it wasn’t limited to the pronunciation of 'Jehovah.' Instead, it encompassed revealing God’s character, attributes, and His relationship with humanity in a way that transcends formality. This doesn’t diminish the importance of God’s name but highlights the fuller revelation Jesus brought. However, the assertion that referring to God as 'Father' is impersonal or insufficient is not accurate. Jesus Himself exclusively called God 'Father' throughout His ministry, except when quoting Scripture, and taught His disciples to pray by addressing Him as 'Our Father.' This wasn’t to obscure God’s identity but to emphasize a more intimate and relational connection with Him. That relational progression is central to Jesus’ ministry. Regarding Ezekiel, God’s declaration that 'the nations shall know that I am Jehovah' repeatedly affirms His sovereignty and ultimate authority over all creation. This doesn’t mean that knowing His name alone is the key to salvation or relationship with Him. Instead, it underscores that His attributes, actions, and authority are what truly set Him apart as the one true God. Focusing solely on the name risks missing the broader picture of who God is and how He desires to relate to us. Finally, I want to be clear: my videos are not intended to move people away from identifying God by His name, but rather to deepen understanding of His nature and the relationship He invites us into. Jesus never diminished the importance of God’s name but shifted the focus to intimacy with the Father. I encourage you to reflect on why Jesus chose this approach and what it reveals about God’s heart for His people. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts!
@ I must correct you on a few things. Whether you realize it or not, from the comments that I have read from your video, most people are getting encouragement from you to NOT use Jehovah in their worship. Especially when you wrongly say that Jesus did not use the Divine name in his ministry. That is not true. And as I said before, in the New Divine Name King James Version Bible, it shows Jesus regularly using Jehovah throughout the 4 gospel accounts. I bought this Bible on Amazon for people like you who wrongly are trying to promote that Jesus did not use Jehovah in his ministry. And I am not talking about just when he quoted from the Old Testament. But why would you even think that Jesus would purposely refuse to use and proclaim the name, Jehovah. It goes against everything that Jehovah wanted His people to know about him. Jehovah certainly did not send Jesus to the earth and instruct him to never use my personal name again. That is absurd. But that is the message that you are promoting. And in Ezekiel, when Jehovah says over 50 times that people will know that he is Jehovah, God is not just talking about the characteristics of who he is. But he is also talking about His very name. Notice Ezekiel 39:7. “ I will make my holy name known among my people Israel. And I will not allow my holy name to be profaned any longer. And the nations will have to know that I am Jehovah. In our times today, just how do you think that Jehovah is going to make his name known to all the nations? He’s not going to shout it out from the sky for everyone to hear. Well, just as back in the Old Testament, it will be by the salvation and protecting of the people who are recognized as belonging to that name. During the coming Great Tribulation, if protection and salvation comes to only Jehovah’s Witnesses, whom will the nations know is the true God. That is obvious. On the other hand, if this protection was given to people who refuse to even mention Jehovah in their churches and ministry, no one would know that God is Jehovah. And that is not going to happen.
The Divine Name (YHWH) was last spoken in the Temple during the Yom Kippur service by the High Priest before the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE. The Mishnah (Yoma 6:2) describes the ritual in which the High Priest pronounced the Divine Name during the confessions over the sacrificial goat and at other specific points during the Day of Atonement. This was the only time in the year when the Tetragrammaton was spoken aloud, and it was done with great reverence in the Holy of Holies. When the High Priest uttered the Name, the assembled people in the Temple courtyard would prostrate themselves, fall on their faces, and respond with the phrase: “Blessed be the name of His glorious kingdom forever and ever.” After the Temple was destroyed by the Romans in 70 CE, this ritual could no longer be performed, and the use of the Divine Name in this sacred context ceased entirely. Over time, knowledge of the exact pronunciation was lost, as the practice of speaking the Name aloud was no longer transmitted.
Thank you for sharing this fascinating historical and ritual insight! The account of the High Priest speaking the Divine Name on Yom Kippur is such a powerful reminder of the reverence and awe surrounding the Tetragrammaton in Jewish worship. The prostration of the people and their response, 'Blessed be the name of His glorious kingdom forever and ever,' beautifully reflect the sacredness of God's Name. What’s even more remarkable is that while the New Testament writers used the term Kyrios (Lord) over 700 times to refer to God, Jesus Himself did not use it to address the Father-except when quoting scripture. In all other instances, He exclusively called Him 'Father,' emphasizing a deeply personal and relational connection over formal titles. The destruction of the Temple and the loss of the exact pronunciation of YHWH highlight the significance of Jesus’ approach-it transforms our understanding from reverence alone to intimacy and closeness. Thank you for adding this historical context-it truly enriches the discussion!
@ Here’s a list of early manuscripts and fragments of the Septuagint (LXX) that include the Tetragrammaton (YHWH) or references to its use. These are some of the most notable manuscripts: 1. Papyrus Fouad 266 • Date: 1st century BCE • Content: Portions of Deuteronomy • Details: The Tetragrammaton appears in paleo-Hebrew script within the Greek text, showing that the divine name was not replaced by “Kyrios” (Lord) at this time. 2. 4QLXXLeva (4Q120) • Date: 1st century BCE • Content: Portions of Leviticus • Details: Found among the Dead Sea Scrolls, this fragment uses the Greek transliteration Iao (ΙΑΩ) for the divine name, which reflects an ancient attempt to render YHWH phonetically. 3. 8HevXIIgr (Minor Prophets Scroll) • Date: Late 1st century BCE or early 1st century CE • Content: Portions of the Twelve Minor Prophets (e.g., Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk) • Details: The Tetragrammaton is written in paleo-Hebrew or square Hebrew script within the Greek text. 4. P.Oxy. VII.1007 (Oxyrhynchus Papyrus) • Date: 3rd century CE • Content: Portions of Genesis • Details: While later in date, this manuscript includes indications of reverence for the divine name, though evidence for the Tetragrammaton in paleo-Hebrew is debated. 5. Codex LXX B (Codex Vaticanus) • Date: 4th century CE • Content: Old Testament in Greek • Details: By this time, the divine name had been replaced by “Kyrios” in most cases. 6. Codex Alexandrinus and Sinaiticus • Date: 4th-5th centuries CE • Content: Old Testament in Greek • Details: These codices also use “Kyrios” (Lord) or “Theos” (God) instead of the Tetragrammaton. Key Observations: • Tetragrammaton Presence: The earliest fragments, such as Papyrus Fouad 266 and 8HevXIIgr, preserve YHWH in Hebrew script within the Greek text. • Substitution Trend: Over time, Jewish scribes and later Christian copyists increasingly replaced the Tetragrammaton with “Kyrios” or “Theos,” reflecting broader religious and cultural trends. • Phonetic Attempts: The use of Iao in some manuscripts (e.g., 4QLXXLeva) indicates an effort to vocalize the divine name in Greek.
Without the gutteral Hebrew pronunciation no one is saying it correctly regardless. Due to the Hellenisation of the Eastern Mediterranean and the movement of Jews around the area, many Hebrew names were adapted to Greek, reinforced by the translation of the Tanakh in the Septuagint with many Hellenized names. Everyone was speaking a dialect of koine Greek in the first century so its Iēsou (as written in the NT) not Yeshua, but i say Jesus just like i say Jehovah because I speak English... Paul's epistles constantly referring to God the Father and our inheritance as His sons are even more telling.
You mention what Christ did in terms of calling God “Father”. However, that is not more important than what God did in giving his name “YHWH” to Abraham and later commanding his people through Moses to honor it. God wanted his name known. The title father is reverent. However, it is not more important to know than his name. Otherwise, he would have told Abraham to call him father.
Thank you for sharing your perspective! You bring up an important point about God revealing His name, YHWH, to His people through Moses. However, it’s worth noting that Abraham didn’t know God by the name YHWH, as stated in Exodus 6:3: 'And I appeared unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto Jacob, by the name of God Almighty, but by my name JEHOVAH was I not known to them.' This highlights a progression in how God revealed Himself over time. The emphasis Jesus placed on calling God 'Father' doesn’t diminish the significance of YHWH but points to an even deeper relationship that God desires with us.
@ I would be interested to see where Jehovah was used instead if YHWH. I will double-check that. It’s important if true. That being said, you make a very good point about there being a desire for progression in the nature of the relationship by God. Initially it seemed like you might be moving people away from the name. Not saying that it was the intent but it appeared that way-at least to me. However, with your response I see the angle that you are coming from. Again, very good point👍.
@@theliftedvoice6572 I truly appreciate your willingness to dig deeper and double-check where 'Jehovah' has been used in place of YHWH. It’s an important distinction to understand how translations have approached God’s name and its representation in Scripture. I also appreciate your feedback on the perceived angle of the video. My goal isn’t to move people away from the name but to emphasize the relational progression that God revealed through Jesus. While the name YHWH holds unparalleled significance, Jesus shifted the focus to God as 'Father,' inviting us into a more intimate relationship. I’m glad my response clarified that for you, and I truly value your understanding and encouragement. Thank you again for engaging so thoughtfully-it’s conversations like these that make exploring God’s Word even richer! “And I appeared unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto Jacob, by the name of God Almighty, but by my name JEHOVAH was I not known to them.” (Exodus 6:3, KJV) “and I appeared unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto Jacob, as God Almighty, but by My name Jehovah I made Me not known to them.” (Exodus 6:3, JPS)
@ Yes, this is very good dialogue. I just have suspicions about “Jehovah” being used because the letter “J” is a relatively new letter(14th century) and of European origin. It would not have existed orbeen used by any of the ancients in early proto-Hebrew/Aramaic language. God did not use or speak a language that included that letter equivalent and could not have given it to Abraham. I would make the case that any use of that letter indicates a mistranslation.
In the time of Jesus in Israel, it is a capital offence to call the name Yehovah that is why it is largely avoided FOR THE PEOPLE OF ISRAEL (SONS OF GOD) YEHOVAH IS Their most high Their Almighty Their God Their Husband Their King Their Judge Their Creator Their Father Their Saviour Ignorant pagans are seeking for idol gods instead of Yehovah the only true God
Thank you for sharing this! You’re absolutely right that during the time of Jesus in Israel, it was considered a capital offense to utter the name Yehovah, which is why it was largely avoided and substituted with titles like Adonai (Lord) or Elohim (God) in speech. The reverence and fear surrounding the name reflect its sacredness and the deep respect the people of Israel had for Yehovah. Interestingly, in the New Testament, the writers use Kyrios (Lord), the Greek substitution for YHWH, over 700 times to refer to God. However, Jesus exclusively called God "Father," except when quoting Scripture that included the name YHWH. This distinction emphasizes both Jesus’ reverence for the written Word and the relational intimacy He came to reveal. Your description beautifully captures the multifaceted relationship Yehovah has with His people-He is indeed their Most High, Almighty, God, Husband, King, Judge, Creator, Father, and Savior. This richness of relationship is unparalleled, and Jesus brought an even deeper intimacy by teaching us to call Him 'Father.' It’s heartbreaking that so many throughout history have sought after false gods, not recognizing Yehovah as the one true God. Thank you for highlighting this important truth and for adding depth to the conversation!
I promise every time I watch a video, I feel like I'm in a seminary classroom and I love it. Keep them coming, I gotta grab the book.
Thank you so much! I’m thrilled to hear that the videos feel like a seminary classroom experience for you-I aim to give the ulltimate Bible learning experience! I truly appreciate your support and can’t wait for you to dive into the book. There’s so much more to explore, and I’d love to hear your thoughts once you’ve read it!
I gain new insight each and every time 😮
Thank you, Bishop! That's what it's all about!
🙂Edifying and re-inforcement of Biblical TRUTHS, Brother!
Blessings🙏🏼
Thank you so much, Sister! I’m so glad the video was edifying and reinforced God’s truths for you. That’s exactly the goal-to uplift and build up the body of Christ. Blessings to you as well, and thank you for your encouragement! 🙏
I say “Father” over all names, It always felt right to me.
Great video, perfect timing ❤
Are you talking about your dad? Because saying Father does not identify who you are talking about, because we all have a Father.
@ When we pray or give thanks we start like so… “Our Father, Who art in heaven” as Christ told us to do.. do you BELIEVE in Christ?
@ I believe in Christ. Do you believe in the God that Jesus serves and bows down to, Jehovah.
@ umm yea, what’s your point exactly?
@ My point is that Jehovah wanted His name known and used. As Jesus did. John 17:26. So, do you imitate Jesus?
The intimate connection we share with the Father makes it easier to refer to Him in the way Jesus described in the Word. Rather than getting caught up in the complexities of the correct Hebrew name, this video clarifies that Hebrew names can be pronounced differently depending on the dialect. Therefore, whether we use the name "Father" or "Adonai," we are still correct. It's a wonderful video that simplifies this understanding.
Thank you so much for your insightful comment! I’m glad this video resonated with you and helped clarify the complexities of Hebrew names and their meanings. It’s so true-what matters most is the relationship we have with the Father, just as Jesus taught us. I truly appreciate your encouragement and perspective!
Great video! ❤
Thank you so much! ❤ I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Your support means a lot-what resonated with you most?
This was such an enriching video. Reminds me not to fall into legalism
I appreciated the archaeological and
Anthropological evidence
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m glad you found the video enriching. It’s such an important reminder to focus on relationship over legalism-exactly what Jesus emphasized when calling God ‘Father.’ I’m also thrilled you appreciated the archaeological and anthropological insights; they truly bring depth to understanding Scripture in its historical context. Stay tuned for more videos diving deeper into these topics!
good teaching
Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the teaching. Your support means a lot-blessings to you!
Very informative!!!
Glad you think so! Thank you so much! I’m glad you found it informative. Your support means a lot.
Video quality and lighting is great , on topic, seeing Christ bore that name in his pre-flesh existence it makes perfect sense why he did'nt call the Father those names. Christ himself declared Him.
I call him Father or Jesus, sometimes Adonai, (master), why? 1 John 2:1 - My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous:
There is way too much nonsense on the ‘never ending fight about the name of God’ you are absolutely correct on that! I’m glad you’re a decent man, and good teacher, a person can feel that, ‘right off, right quickly,’ so I thank you for that.
Now, I’d like to share something you may have never seen about Isaiah 19:19-20
Thank you so much for your kind and encouraging words! I’m deeply honored that you find the teaching meaningful and grounded-it’s my prayer that these videos help bring clarity and strengthen our relationship with the Father. I couldn’t agree more about the never-ending debates around the name of God. It’s so important to focus on the relationship He desires with us rather than getting caught up in arguments.
Isaiah 19:19-20 is indeed a fascinating passage, and I appreciate you sharing that perspective. I’ll take a closer look-there’s always so much to learn and explore in God’s Word! Regarding the idea of the pronunciation of YHWH as Yahweh - 'inhale Yah, exhale Weh,' it’s a fascinating concept and beautifully poetic, but it’s highly unlikely linguistically. Hebrew phonetics don’t align with that particular interpretation. I talk about it in this video th-cam.com/video/ocyqCl5cMFI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=aReAZLFZ5yKRXS-L HOWEVER it's Still, a meaningful reminder of the closeness of God’s presence in every breath we take.
🙏🏾💒🛐
yet He declared His name unto us Jesus = YHVH Saves Jesus = Yeshua the pictogram of YHVH is yod = hand hê = reveal vav = nail hê = reveal the hand reveals the nail reveals thats Our God - Jesus Christ is God come in the flesh He is Lord
Thank you for your thoughtful comment and for sharing those insights! I love how the pictorial representation of YHWH connects so beautifully to the gospel message-‘the hand look, the nail look.’ It truly points to Jesus as YHVH Saves.
By the way, I actually did a video exploring YHWH in ancient Hebrew pictograms maybe 2 or 3 years ago! You might find it interesting-check it out here: th-cam.com/users/shortsKAtTm7HJcUg?si=Oa6I4wDAxkHuSie2. Let me know what you think!
yes even the very first sentence in the bible in hebrew tells us because Our God declares the end from the beging and begging from the end
Ok, I had to stop this nonsense after 2:34. When he said that Jesus never called God, Jehovah. This man needs to get the new Divine Name King James Version Bible. In this Bible, they have restored the name Jehovah back to its original place over 7000 times in the Bible. Including the many times that Jesus called God, Jehovah. Especially when he told the devil at Matt.4:10 “It is Jehovah your God you must worship.” The publishers who restored this Bible would strongly disagree with him.
This man does not think. Jehovah had the Bible writers record his name almost 7000 times in the Old Testament. He wanted His personal name known and used. Even Jesus said that he has made this name known and will make it known. John 17:26. So why would Jehovah suddenly want everyone to stop calling him Jehovah??? Does that make sense to anyone? Jesus is the Firstborn Son of God. No one in the Old Testament fully understood this until Jesus came down to the earth. They knew God mainly as Jehovah. But Jesus was establishing a more personal, intimate, relationship with God. Jesus wanted people to know that Jehovah was also their Father too. He never wanted people to stop addressing God as Jehovah. That would go against what Jehovah established from the beginning. The name Jehovah separated God from all other gods who also had a personal name. Calling God, Father, does not do that.
When the people of the Old Testament worshipped Jehovah, everyone knew where they stood and who guides them. It is the same today. No one knows who guides you if you address God only as Father. But throughout the world, if you use the name Jehovah in your ministry, everyone will know that you are one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. And that is exactly what God wanted. As Acts 15:14 says, “…God for the first time turned his attention to the nations and to take out of them a people for his NAME.” This means nothing if you only address God as Father.
And Jehovah knew that there would be people like this misguided man who would try to get people to stop using His personal name, which is why in the book of Ezekiel He said over 50 times: “Then the nations will have to know that I am Jehovah.”
Thank you for sharing your perspective so passionately. I appreciate your emphasis on the importance of God's name and the role it plays in distinguishing Him as the one true God. You're absolutely right that His name appears nearly 7,000 times in the Old Testament, and His desire for it to be known is evident.
That said, have you ever heard of the concept of scriptural integrity? This is key to understanding why Jesus called God 'YHWH' only when quoting Scripture. When Jesus said, 'It is written,' as in Matthew 4:10, He was maintaining the integrity of the Old Testament text, quoting it exactly as it was written. However, in His personal prayers and teachings, Jesus exclusively referred to God as 'Father,' emphasizing the intimate relationship He came to reveal.
John 17:26 is indeed a profound verse where Jesus said, 'I have declared unto them thy name.' But this declaration wasn’t just about the pronunciation of YHWH; it was about revealing God’s character, essence, and relational nature as a Father-something that had not been fully grasped before. Jesus’ ministry invited us into a relationship that transcends formality, focusing on trust, love, and closeness.
I respect your viewpoint about the importance of using God’s name and its distinction from other gods. However, it’s also worth reflecting on how Jesus shifted the focus to calling God 'Father' to invite us into a deeper understanding of who He is. I’d love to continue this discussion-thank you again for sharing your thoughts and insights!
@ Thanks for responding to me. You are right that when Jesus said that he made God’s name known, it was more than the pronunciation of his name, Jehovah. And that this transcends formality. But again, His attributes describes the God named Jehovah. And you cannot describe the attributes of God without saying that it is Jehovah who has these attributes. Not just A Father God. And if you knew the attributes and uniqueness of Jehovah, then you would know that he can’t be a trinity god. As most people call him. Father God is very impersonal. It does not differentiate whom you are talking about. Just as being called just a Prophet does not describes Jesus. As other faiths also has their prophets.
But when a person says that their God is Allah, you know exactly whom they serve and what they stand for. Just by the mentioning of the name. You don’t get that if you only acknowledge God as Father God. It has always been like that. There has always been a difference when people say that they worship Jehovah.
And I notice that you didn’t comment on Ezekiel that why God said over 50 times, when talking about about the end of this system, that people would be forced to know that God’s name is Jehovah. Because when people see your videos and others like it, they’re left with thinking that identifying God as Jehovah is not important. Why did God have it recorded over 50 times the importance of knowing His personal name.
@@KennethKingJW Thank you for your detailed comment and for engaging with this topic so thoughtfully. I’d like to address a few points clearly. First, you’re absolutely correct that when Jesus said He made God’s name known, it wasn’t limited to the pronunciation of 'Jehovah.' Instead, it encompassed revealing God’s character, attributes, and His relationship with humanity in a way that transcends formality. This doesn’t diminish the importance of God’s name but highlights the fuller revelation Jesus brought.
However, the assertion that referring to God as 'Father' is impersonal or insufficient is not accurate. Jesus Himself exclusively called God 'Father' throughout His ministry, except when quoting Scripture, and taught His disciples to pray by addressing Him as 'Our Father.' This wasn’t to obscure God’s identity but to emphasize a more intimate and relational connection with Him. That relational progression is central to Jesus’ ministry.
Regarding Ezekiel, God’s declaration that 'the nations shall know that I am Jehovah' repeatedly affirms His sovereignty and ultimate authority over all creation. This doesn’t mean that knowing His name alone is the key to salvation or relationship with Him. Instead, it underscores that His attributes, actions, and authority are what truly set Him apart as the one true God. Focusing solely on the name risks missing the broader picture of who God is and how He desires to relate to us.
Finally, I want to be clear: my videos are not intended to move people away from identifying God by His name, but rather to deepen understanding of His nature and the relationship He invites us into. Jesus never diminished the importance of God’s name but shifted the focus to intimacy with the Father. I encourage you to reflect on why Jesus chose this approach and what it reveals about God’s heart for His people. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts!
@ I must correct you on a few things. Whether you realize it or not, from the comments that I have read from your video, most people are getting encouragement from you to NOT use Jehovah in their worship. Especially when you wrongly say that Jesus did not use the Divine name in his ministry. That is not true. And as I said before, in the New Divine Name King James Version Bible, it shows Jesus regularly using Jehovah throughout the 4 gospel accounts. I bought this Bible on Amazon for people like you who wrongly are trying to promote that Jesus did not use Jehovah in his ministry. And I am not talking about just when he quoted from the Old Testament.
But why would you even think that Jesus would purposely refuse to use and proclaim the name, Jehovah. It goes against everything that Jehovah wanted His people to know about him. Jehovah certainly did not send Jesus to the earth and instruct him to never use my personal name again. That is absurd. But that is the message that you are promoting.
And in Ezekiel, when Jehovah says over 50 times that people will know that he is Jehovah, God is not just talking about the characteristics of who he is. But he is also talking about His very name. Notice Ezekiel 39:7. “ I will make my holy name known among my people Israel. And I will not allow my holy name to be profaned any longer. And the nations will have to know that I am Jehovah.
In our times today, just how do you think that Jehovah is going to make his name known to all the nations? He’s not going to shout it out from the sky for everyone to hear. Well, just as back in the Old Testament, it will be by the salvation and protecting of the people who are recognized as belonging to that name. During the coming Great Tribulation, if protection and salvation comes to only Jehovah’s Witnesses, whom will the nations know is the true God. That is obvious. On the other hand, if this protection was given to people who refuse to even mention Jehovah in their churches and ministry, no one would know that God is Jehovah. And that is not going to happen.
@MrRklewis if I am wrong, share one verse that Jesus uses YHWH or its substitute Lord when He is not quoting the Scriptures.
The Divine Name (YHWH) was last spoken in the Temple during the Yom Kippur service by the High Priest before the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE. The Mishnah (Yoma 6:2) describes the ritual in which the High Priest pronounced the Divine Name during the confessions over the sacrificial goat and at other specific points during the Day of Atonement. This was the only time in the year when the Tetragrammaton was spoken aloud, and it was done with great reverence in the Holy of Holies.
When the High Priest uttered the Name, the assembled people in the Temple courtyard would prostrate themselves, fall on their faces, and respond with the phrase:
“Blessed be the name of His glorious kingdom forever and ever.”
After the Temple was destroyed by the Romans in 70 CE, this ritual could no longer be performed, and the use of the Divine Name in this sacred context ceased entirely. Over time, knowledge of the exact pronunciation was lost, as the practice of speaking the Name aloud was no longer transmitted.
Thank you for sharing this fascinating historical and ritual insight! The account of the High Priest speaking the Divine Name on Yom Kippur is such a powerful reminder of the reverence and awe surrounding the Tetragrammaton in Jewish worship. The prostration of the people and their response, 'Blessed be the name of His glorious kingdom forever and ever,' beautifully reflect the sacredness of God's Name.
What’s even more remarkable is that while the New Testament writers used the term Kyrios (Lord) over 700 times to refer to God, Jesus Himself did not use it to address the Father-except when quoting scripture. In all other instances, He exclusively called Him 'Father,' emphasizing a deeply personal and relational connection over formal titles. The destruction of the Temple and the loss of the exact pronunciation of YHWH highlight the significance of Jesus’ approach-it transforms our understanding from reverence alone to intimacy and closeness. Thank you for adding this historical context-it truly enriches the discussion!
@ Here’s a list of early manuscripts and fragments of the Septuagint (LXX) that include the Tetragrammaton (YHWH) or references to its use. These are some of the most notable manuscripts:
1. Papyrus Fouad 266
• Date: 1st century BCE
• Content: Portions of Deuteronomy
• Details: The Tetragrammaton appears in paleo-Hebrew script within the Greek text, showing that the divine name was not replaced by “Kyrios” (Lord) at this time.
2. 4QLXXLeva (4Q120)
• Date: 1st century BCE
• Content: Portions of Leviticus
• Details: Found among the Dead Sea Scrolls, this fragment uses the Greek transliteration Iao (ΙΑΩ) for the divine name, which reflects an ancient attempt to render YHWH phonetically.
3. 8HevXIIgr (Minor Prophets Scroll)
• Date: Late 1st century BCE or early 1st century CE
• Content: Portions of the Twelve Minor Prophets (e.g., Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk)
• Details: The Tetragrammaton is written in paleo-Hebrew or square Hebrew script within the Greek text.
4. P.Oxy. VII.1007 (Oxyrhynchus Papyrus)
• Date: 3rd century CE
• Content: Portions of Genesis
• Details: While later in date, this manuscript includes indications of reverence for the divine name, though evidence for the Tetragrammaton in paleo-Hebrew is debated.
5. Codex LXX B (Codex Vaticanus)
• Date: 4th century CE
• Content: Old Testament in Greek
• Details: By this time, the divine name had been replaced by “Kyrios” in most cases.
6. Codex Alexandrinus and Sinaiticus
• Date: 4th-5th centuries CE
• Content: Old Testament in Greek
• Details: These codices also use “Kyrios” (Lord) or “Theos” (God) instead of the Tetragrammaton.
Key Observations:
• Tetragrammaton Presence: The earliest fragments, such as Papyrus Fouad 266 and 8HevXIIgr, preserve YHWH in Hebrew script within the Greek text.
• Substitution Trend: Over time, Jewish scribes and later Christian copyists increasingly replaced the Tetragrammaton with “Kyrios” or “Theos,” reflecting broader religious and cultural trends.
• Phonetic Attempts: The use of Iao in some manuscripts (e.g., 4QLXXLeva) indicates an effort to vocalize the divine name in Greek.
Without the gutteral Hebrew pronunciation no one is saying it correctly regardless. Due to the Hellenisation of the Eastern Mediterranean and the movement of Jews around the area, many Hebrew names were adapted to Greek, reinforced by the translation of the Tanakh in the Septuagint with many Hellenized names. Everyone was speaking a dialect of koine Greek in the first century so its Iēsou (as written in the NT) not Yeshua, but i say Jesus just like i say Jehovah because I speak English... Paul's epistles constantly referring to God the Father and our inheritance as His sons are even more telling.
You mention what Christ did in terms of calling God “Father”. However, that is not more important than what God did in giving his name “YHWH” to Abraham and later commanding his people through Moses to honor it.
God wanted his name known. The title father is reverent. However, it is not more important to know than his name. Otherwise, he would have told Abraham to call him father.
Thank you for sharing your perspective! You bring up an important point about God revealing His name, YHWH, to His people through Moses. However, it’s worth noting that Abraham didn’t know God by the name YHWH, as stated in Exodus 6:3: 'And I appeared unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto Jacob, by the name of God Almighty, but by my name JEHOVAH was I not known to them.'
This highlights a progression in how God revealed Himself over time. The emphasis Jesus placed on calling God 'Father' doesn’t diminish the significance of YHWH but points to an even deeper relationship that God desires with us.
@ I would be interested to see where Jehovah was used instead if YHWH. I will double-check that. It’s important if true. That being said, you make a very good point about there being a desire for progression in the nature of the relationship by God. Initially it seemed like you might be moving people away from the name. Not saying that it was the intent but it appeared that way-at least to me. However, with your response I see the angle that you are coming from. Again, very good point👍.
@@theliftedvoice6572 I truly appreciate your willingness to dig deeper and double-check where 'Jehovah' has been used in place of YHWH. It’s an important distinction to understand how translations have approached God’s name and its representation in Scripture.
I also appreciate your feedback on the perceived angle of the video. My goal isn’t to move people away from the name but to emphasize the relational progression that God revealed through Jesus. While the name YHWH holds unparalleled significance, Jesus shifted the focus to God as 'Father,' inviting us into a more intimate relationship. I’m glad my response clarified that for you, and I truly value your understanding and encouragement.
Thank you again for engaging so thoughtfully-it’s conversations like these that make exploring God’s Word even richer!
“And I appeared unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto Jacob, by the name of God Almighty, but by my name JEHOVAH was I not known to them.” (Exodus 6:3, KJV)
“and I appeared unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto Jacob, as God Almighty, but by My name Jehovah I made Me not known to them.” (Exodus 6:3, JPS)
@ Yes, this is very good dialogue. I just have suspicions about “Jehovah” being used because the letter “J” is a relatively new letter(14th century) and of European origin. It would not have existed orbeen used by any of the ancients in early proto-Hebrew/Aramaic language. God did not use or speak a language that included that letter equivalent and could not have given it to Abraham. I would make the case that any use of that letter indicates a mistranslation.
In the time of Jesus in Israel, it is a capital offence to call the name Yehovah that is why it is largely avoided
FOR THE PEOPLE OF ISRAEL (SONS OF GOD)
YEHOVAH IS
Their most high
Their Almighty
Their God
Their Husband
Their King
Their Judge
Their Creator
Their Father
Their Saviour
Ignorant pagans are seeking for idol gods instead of Yehovah the only true God
Thank you for sharing this! You’re absolutely right that during the time of Jesus in Israel, it was considered a capital offense to utter the name Yehovah, which is why it was largely avoided and substituted with titles like Adonai (Lord) or Elohim (God) in speech. The reverence and fear surrounding the name reflect its sacredness and the deep respect the people of Israel had for Yehovah.
Interestingly, in the New Testament, the writers use Kyrios (Lord), the Greek substitution for YHWH, over 700 times to refer to God. However, Jesus exclusively called God "Father," except when quoting Scripture that included the name YHWH. This distinction emphasizes both Jesus’ reverence for the written Word and the relational intimacy He came to reveal.
Your description beautifully captures the multifaceted relationship Yehovah has with His people-He is indeed their Most High, Almighty, God, Husband, King, Judge, Creator, Father, and Savior. This richness of relationship is unparalleled, and Jesus brought an even deeper intimacy by teaching us to call Him 'Father.'
It’s heartbreaking that so many throughout history have sought after false gods, not recognizing Yehovah as the one true God. Thank you for highlighting this important truth and for adding depth to the conversation!