Names & Descriptions of Our Elohiym — With Scripture Support

The names and descriptions of YAHUAH reveal His character, authority, covenant faithfulness, and relationship with His people. Each name teaches us something about who He is, how He moves, and how we are called to trust Him.

YAHUAH — The Self-Existing One

Meaning: He is the Eternal One, the One who exists by His own power and gives life.

Scripture support:

• Exodus 3:14–15 — “I AM WHO I AM… This is My name forever.”
• Psalm 83:18 — “That they may know that You, whose name alone is the LORD, are the Most High over all the earth.”
• Isaiah 42:8 — “I am the LORD, that is My name; And My glory I will not give to another.”

Understanding: YAHUAH is not created, limited, or dependent on anything. He is the covenant Elohiym who reveals Himself to His people and calls them to know His Name.

Elohiym — Creator, Mighty One, Judge

Meaning: Elohiym speaks of power, authority, rulership, and divine might.

Scripture support:

• Genesis 1:1 — “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.”
• Deuteronomy 10:17 — “For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great God, mighty and awesome.”
• Psalm 50:6 — “For God Himself is Judge.”

Understanding: Elohiym reveals YAHUAH as Creator, righteous Judge, and the Mighty One who rules over all creation.

El Elyon — The Most High

Meaning: YAHUAH is above every ruler, power, kingdom, and authority.

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