The Nine Mighty Judges of God
1. Yahweh (YHWH) 👑
Definition: The personal, covenantal name of God; often rendered as "The LORD." It means "I AM Who I AM" or "He Is," emphasizing God's self-existence, eternal nature, and constancy.
Hebrew Breakdown:
יהוה (YHWH): The Tetragrammaton, derived from the verb היה (hayah), meaning "to be," "to exist."
Greek Breakdown:
Often translated in the Septuagint (LXX) as Κύριος (Kyrios), meaning "Lord" or "Master."
Scripture Reference (KJV Equivalent): Exodus 3:14-15; Psalm 83:18.
Character, Position, and Authority
Character: Eternal, Self-Existent, Unchanging, Faithful (The God of the Covenant).
Position: The Absolute Sovereign; the only True God who exists independently of all creation.
Authority: Ultimate and Inherent Authority over all existence, time, and covenant fulfillment.
2. Adonai 👑
Definition: Means "My Lord" or "My Master." It is a title acknowledging God's total sovereignty and the speaker's submissive relationship to Him.
Hebrew Breakdown:
אֲדֹנָי (Adonai): Plural form of אָדוֹן (adon), meaning "lord," "master," or "owner." The plural (majesty) coupled with the first-person suffix ("my") gives "My Lord."
Greek Breakdown:
Translated as Κύριος (Kyrios), meaning "Lord" or "Master."
Scripture Reference (KJV Equivalent): Genesis 15:2; Judges 6:15.
Character, Position, and Authority
Character: Masterful, Sovereign, and Worthy of Worship and obedience.
Position: The Supreme Master and Ruler over creation and humanity.
Authority: Absolute Governing Authority over all peoples and nations, demanding reverence and submission.
3. Elohim 👑
Definition: The first and most common name for God in the Old Testament. It is a plural noun used singularly, denoting God or "Mighty One," emphasizing His power and creative nature.
Hebrew Breakdown:
אֱלֹהִים (Elohim): The plural of אֵל (El), meaning "God" or "Mighty One." This plural usage is often understood as a plural of majesty or an indication of the Trinity.
Greek Breakdown:
Translated as Θεός (Theos), the generic word for "God."
Scripture Reference (KJV Equivalent): Genesis 1:1; Psalm 19:1.
Character, Position, and Authority
Character: Powerful, Creative, Just, and Divine.
Position: The Creator of the Universe; the Supreme Deity.
Authority: Creative Authority over the cosmos; the source of all life and Moral Authority (Judge).
4. ABBA 👑
Definition: An Aramaic term adopted into Greek, meaning "Father." It is an intimate and affectionate term, much like "Daddy," expressing the close relationship between a child and their father.
Hebrew Breakdown:
Related to the Hebrew word אָב (Av), meaning "Father."
Greek Breakdown:
Ἀββά (Abba): A transliteration of the Aramaic word into the Greek alphabet. It is often immediately followed by ὁ Πατήρ (ho Patēr), which is the Greek word for "Father."
Scripture Reference (KJV Equivalent): Mark 14:36; Romans 8:15; Galatians 4:6.
Character, Position, and Authority
Character: Loving, Compassionate, Caring, and Intimately Relational.
Position: The Divine Father; the source of family, heritage, and identity.
Authority: Paternal Authority to care for, discipline, and guide His children, with the intimate right to be approached.
5. JEHOVAH JIREH 👑
Definition: Means "The LORD Will Provide." It is a composite name that expresses God's ability to foresee and supply the needs of His people.
Hebrew Breakdown:
יהוה (Yahweh): The personal name of God (The LORD).
יִרְאֶה (Yireh): From the verb רָאָה (ra'ah), which means "to see" or "to provide" (since seeing ahead implies planning and provision).
Greek Breakdown:
Usually translated using terms related to πρόνοια (pronoia), meaning "forethought" or "providence."
Scripture Reference (KJV Equivalent): Genesis 22:13-14 (where the name is first given).
Character, Position, and Authority
Character: Providential, Resourceful, Caring, and All-Seeing.
Position: The Divine Provider who sees and supplies every need.
Authority: Authority over all Resources and circumstances; the power to turn impossibilities into provision.
6. JEHOVAH RAPHA 👑
Definition: Means "The LORD Who Heals." This name emphasizes God's power to restore health and purity, both physical and spiritual.
Hebrew Breakdown:
יהוה (Yahweh): The personal name of God (The LORD).
רָפָא (Rapha): Meaning "to heal," "to restore," or "to cure."
Greek Breakdown:
Translated using forms of ἰάομαι (iaomai), meaning "to heal."
Scripture Reference (KJV Equivalent): Exodus 15:26.
Character, Position, and Authority
Character: Healing, Restorative, Merciful, and Sanctifying.
Position: The Divine Physician who addresses disease, brokenness, and spiritual impurity.
Authority: Authority over all Sickness and Disease; the power to heal the body and the soul.
7. JEHOVAH NISSI 👑
Definition: Means "The LORD Is My Banner" or "The LORD Is My Standard/Victory." It signifies God as the rally point, the protector, and the source of victory in conflict.
Hebrew Breakdown:
יהוה (Yahweh): The personal name of God (The LORD).
נִסִּי (Nissi): From נֵס (nes), meaning "banner," "standard," or "ensign."
Greek Breakdown:
Often translated using σημεῖον (sēmeion), meaning "sign" or "token," or νίκη (nikē), meaning "victory."
Scripture Reference (KJV Equivalent): Exodus 17:15 (named after the victory over the Amalekites).
Character, Position, and Authority
Character: Protector, Commander, Victor, and Unifying Presence.
Position: The Captain of the Hosts; the Standard under which believers gather for battle.
Authority: Warring Authority and the Power to Grant Victory over all enemies, visible and invisible.
8. JEHOVAH SHALOM 👑
Definition: Means "The LORD Is Peace." It indicates that God is not just a giver of peace, but He is the source and essence of completeness, well-being, and tranquility.
Hebrew Breakdown:
יהוה (Yahweh): The personal name of God (The LORD).
שָׁלוֹם (Shalom): Meaning "peace," but also completeness, soundness, welfare, and wholeness.
Greek Breakdown:
Translated as Εἰρήνη (Eirēnē), meaning "peace."
Scripture Reference (KJV Equivalent): Judges 6:24 (named after Gideon's encounter with the Angel of the LORD).
Character, Position, and Authority
Character: Complete, Tranquil, Restorative, and Reconciling.
Position: The Source of Peace who reconciles humanity to Himself and dispels fear.
Authority: Authority to Establish Peace in the world, the heart, and in all relationships; the power to bring all things into a state of shalom (wholeness).
9. QUANNA 👑
Definition: This name is not a commonly recognized or transliterated name of God found in standard Hebrew or Greek biblical texts. It appears to be a name or title used within a specific, non-mainstream tradition. If this name is meant to represent the biblical Hebrew word for "Jealous" or "Zealous," its closest association would be:
Hebrew Breakdown (Hypothetical):
קַנָּא (Qanna): Meaning "Jealous" or "Zealous." This is the term used in compound names like El Qanna.
Definition (Hypothetical): "The Jealous God," signifying that God is fiercely protective of His honor and covenant relationship.
Greek Breakdown (Hypothetical): Translated using forms of ζηλωτής (zēlōtēs), meaning "zealous" or "one who is jealous."
Scripture Reference (KJV Equivalent - for El Qanna): Exodus 20:5; Deuteronomy 5:9.
Character, Position, and Authority (Based on the closest Biblical term, Qanna)
Character: Fiercely Protective, Righteous, Exclusive in His worship, and Zealous.
Position: The Rightful Owner of all worship and devotion; the Covenant Enforcer.
Authority: Sovereign Authority to Demand Exclusive Worship and to judge any breach of the covenant (Idolatry).