Hebrew Words


Alveda King at the Restoring Honor rally
Awe — Yirat Kavod
Discover Yirat Kavod, the Hebrew expression for reverent awe and honor before God, and explore its biblical meaning for worship and faith.
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Praise God — Halelu Et Adonai
What is the Hebrew word for Praise God? Explore the joyful expression Halelu Et Adonai and its biblical context.
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Life — Hayim
Explore the Hebrew word for life, Hayim, and its deep significance in biblical teachings and Jewish culture.
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Respect — Kavod
Learn what the Hebrew word for respect, kavod, represents in the Bible and how it influences relationships and daily life.
Yael hugging elderly woman
Blessed — Baruch
Discover the meaning of the Hebrew word for blessed, Baruch, and its role in recognizing God's goodness and favor in life.
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Spirit — Ruach
Discover the meaning of the Hebrew word for spirit, 'Ruach,' and its significance throughout biblical texts and life.
Jewish boy at Bar Mitzvah
Faith — Emunah
God can always shield us when we recognize Him as our Savior. We just need to remember our secret weapon: prayer. This month, we will learn Hebrew words relating to…
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Hope — Tikvah
Learn the meaning of the Hebrew word Tikvah (תִּקְוָה), a powerful expression of hope, faith, and confidence in God's promises.
Black and white Illustration of Moses holding the 10 Commandments.
The Five Books of Moses —Torah
Learn the meaning of Torah (תּוֹרָה) and discover its biblical significance, pronunciation, and role in Scripture.
Yael praying at the Western Wall
Sacred — Kadosh
Learn how to say “Sacred — Kadosh” (קָדוֹשׁ), a Hebrew word that expresses holiness, reverence, and belonging to God.
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Prayer — Tefillah
Discover the biblical meaning of telfillah, pronunciation, Scripture references, and the importance of prayer in Jewish and Christian faith.
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In the Beginning — Bereishit
Explore the meaning of Bereishit, the Hebrew Word for In the Beginning, and its connection to the Bible's opening narrative.