God’s Eternal Capital — Ir Habirah Shel Elokim

What does “Ir Habirah Shel Elokim” mean in Hebrew?

“Ir Habirah Shel Elokim” (עִיר הַבִּירָה שֶׁל אֱלֹהִים) is a powerful Hebrew phrase meaning “God’s Eternal City” or “God’s Eternal Capital.” In Jewish tradition, this title refers to Jerusalem, the spiritual heart of the Bible and the city that has shaped Jewish identity for more than 3,000 years. Learning this phrase not only teaches you how to say “God’s Eternal City” in Hebrew — it opens a doorway into the biblical story of Jerusalem, its prophetic destiny, and its enduring place in Jewish faith.

Learn how to say “God’s Eternal Capital” in Hebrew—Ir Habirah Shel Elokim (עיר הבירה הנצחית של אלוקים)—and uncover Jerusalem’s biblical history, Hebrew origins, and role in Jewish tradition.

Below are additional resources on the city of Jerusalem:

• What Is Jerusalem Day (Yom Yerushalayim)?
• Jerusalem: God’s Eternal City Bible Study
• Test Your Knowledge on Jerusalem