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The following came in this morning from the Israel Bible Center that I signed up for.
Now before I post any part of it I want to remind all about
John 8:58 Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was born, I am.”And we Trin believer have used that
as further proof Jesus was/is God.
Look at the following...........
Dr. Yeshaya Gruber is Professor of Jewish History and Culture at the Israel Bible Center and hosts the Roundtable Talks with leading scholars and authors in Biblical, Second Temple Period, and Jewish-Christian Studies. He earned his Ph.D. in History from Georgetown University and has held research and teaching positions in Jerusalem, Athens, Sydney, and elsewhere. His extensive travels, coupled with his research and teaching experience, help to enrich his students’ understanding of Jewish-Christian relations, history, and potential future paths.
Dr. Gruber loves to study the interactions of Jewish and Christian texts, traditions, and communities from antiquity to the present. He is especially interested in how language differences and translations influence Biblical interpretation. He is also the co-founder of Kol Hakatuv, an Israeli startup offering high-quality translation and editing services. Dr. Gruber lives in Israel with his family.
Now before I post any part of it I want to remind all about
John 8:58 Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was born, I am.”And we Trin believer have used that
as further proof Jesus was/is God.
Look at the following...........
What It Means:
"YHWH" (יְהוָה) is the personal, sacred name of God in the Hebrew Bible, often translated as "I AM" or "The Lord." It represents God’s eternal, self-sustaining existence—He is the One who was, who is, and who will be.
Why It Matters:
This name is first revealed to Moses in Exodus 3:14 when God says, "I AM WHO I AM." It signifies God’s unchanging nature, His presence, and His relationship with His people. It isn’t just a title; it’s deeply personal. This name emphasizes that God is not distant but is intimately involved in the lives of His people, faithful to His promises and covenant.
Fun Fact:
The name "YHWH" is so sacred that in ancient times, only the high priest could utter it, and even then, only once a year on Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, inside the Holy of Holies in the temple. Over time, this reverence led to the use of "Adonai" (Lord) or "HaShem" (The Name) in place of Yahweh during regular prayers and readings. This tradition continues in many Jewish communities today!
What About You?:
Have you ever experienced God as the unchanging, always-present "I AM"?
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I ask....
If YHWH has been translated , often, as I am. and Jesus said "I am".
What more proof do you need?
The Name of God | Largest Library of Courses in Jewish Studies for Christians
israelbiblecenter.com
Dr. Yeshaya Gruber
Professor of Jewish History and CultureDr. Yeshaya Gruber is Professor of Jewish History and Culture at the Israel Bible Center and hosts the Roundtable Talks with leading scholars and authors in Biblical, Second Temple Period, and Jewish-Christian Studies. He earned his Ph.D. in History from Georgetown University and has held research and teaching positions in Jerusalem, Athens, Sydney, and elsewhere. His extensive travels, coupled with his research and teaching experience, help to enrich his students’ understanding of Jewish-Christian relations, history, and potential future paths.
Dr. Gruber loves to study the interactions of Jewish and Christian texts, traditions, and communities from antiquity to the present. He is especially interested in how language differences and translations influence Biblical interpretation. He is also the co-founder of Kol Hakatuv, an Israeli startup offering high-quality translation and editing services. Dr. Gruber lives in Israel with his family.
