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Biblical Words and Phrases

Explore the meaning behind Scripture's key words, names, and sayings, from ancient Hebrew and Greek roots to the phrases Jesus himself used.

Cornerstone Guide

What Are the Different Names of God in the Bible?

A guided look at the names and titles Scripture uses for God, Elohim, Yahweh, El Shaddai, and more, and what each one reveals about God's character.

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Section 1

Languages & Original Words
What language was the Old Testament written in? What language was the New Testament written in? What language did Jesus speak? 14 common Hebrew words in the Old Testament 20 common Greek words in the New Testament Aramaic words that appear in the Bible Literal vs. figurative language in the Bible Apocalyptic language in Scripture
Section 2

Names & Titles in Scripture
What are the different names of God in the Bible? What are the titles of Jesus in the Bible? What are the names of the Holy Spirit in the Bible?
Section 3

Sayings of Jesus
"I am" sayings of Jesus "Fear not" verses in the Bible "Do not be afraid" verses in the Bible All 25 "Truly, truly" sayings of Jesus "Woe to you" sayings of Jesus "Blessed are" sayings in the Beatitudes
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Section 4

Word Studies: What Does It Mean?
What does "agape" mean in the Bible? What does "logos" mean in the Bible? What does "shalom" mean in the Bible? What does "hesed" mean in the Bible? What does "ruach" mean in the Bible? What does "kurios" mean in the Bible? What does "amen" mean in the Bible? What does "hallelujah" mean in the Bible? What does "hosanna" mean in the Bible? What does "maranatha" mean in the Bible? What does "born again" mean in the Bible? What does "peace, be still" mean? What does "let there be light" mean? What do we mean when we say "biblical"? What is the Word of God?
Section 5

Notable Phrases & Themes
How often is hell mentioned in the Bible? The most hopeful phrase in the Bible
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