God vs. Jehovah — Are They Different Names?
God vs. Jehovah — Are They Different Names? 'God' is a title (Elohim); 'Jehovah' (or YHWH) is God's personal covenant name. Both refer to the same one true God, used together throughout Scripture.
Key verse: Exodus 3:14-15 (KJV)
'God' is a title (Elohim); 'Jehovah' (or YHWH) is God's personal covenant name. Both refer to the same one true God, used together throughout Scripture.
'God' is a title (Elohim); 'Jehovah' (or YHWH) is God's personal covenant name. Both refer to the same one true God, used together throughout Scripture.
"And God said unto Moses, I AM THAT I AM... The LORD God of your fathers... this is my name for ever." — Exodus 3:14-15 (KJV)
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'God' is a title (Elohim); 'Jehovah' (or YHWH) is God's personal covenant name. Both refer to the same one true God, used together throughout Scripture.\n\nScripture sets out the truth plainly. Exodus 3:14–15 declares: "And God said unto Moses, I AM THAT I AM... The LORD God of your fathers... this is my name for ever." This is the anchor of the answer.\n\nPsalm 83:18 confirms and broadens the picture: "That men may know that thou, whose name alone is JEHOVAH, art the most high over all the earth." When believers understand the distinction, confusion fades and obedience clarifies. Both ideas are grounded in God's character and meet ultimately in the person and work of Christ.
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"And God said unto Moses, I AM THAT I AM... The LORD God of your fathers... this is my name for ever."
"That men may know that thou, whose name alone is JEHOVAH, art the most high over all the earth."
"Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God is one LORD."
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