houseבַּיִת
bayith · Hebrew Noun
A term referring to the place where God dwells among His people or manifests His presence, often serving as a symbol of the covenant relationship. It points ultimately to the dwelling of God among men in the person of Jesus Christ and the Church.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal, covenantal name of the God of Israel. It denotes His self-existence, eternity, and faithfulness to His covenant promises.
dedicatedקָדַשׁ
qadash · Hebrew Verb
Things set apart, consecrated, or devoted exclusively for sacred use in the service of God. They are removed from common usage and dedicated to the Lord's purposes.
arkאָרוֹן
aron · Hebrew Noun
A portable chest that served as the primary symbol of God’s presence and His covenant with Israel. It contained the tablets of the Law and was the focal point of the mercy seat where God’s glory dwelt.
covenantבְּרִית
berith · Hebrew Noun
A solemn agreement or relationship established by God with His people, characterized by mutual obligations and, fundamentally, God’s commitment to be their God and they His people.
Zionצִיּוֹן
Tsiyon · Hebrew Proper Noun
The city of Jerusalem, which became the political and spiritual capital of Israel. It is prophetically and typologically associated with the city of God and the heavenly dwelling place of the Lord.
feastחַג
chag · Hebrew Noun
A sacred festival or appointed time for gathering before the Lord. These feasts were divinely instituted to commemorate God’s historical acts of deliverance and to ensure the ongoing worship of His people.
Levitesלֵוִי
Levi · Hebrew Noun/Adjective
The tribe set apart by God for the service of the tabernacle and later the temple. They were responsible for the care of the holy things and the administration of the worship of God.
tent of meetingמוֹעֵד
mo'ed · Hebrew Noun
The portable sanctuary used by Israel in the wilderness before the construction of the temple. It was the place where God met with Moses and His people, signifying His presence in their midst.
holy vesselsכְּלִי
kliy · Hebrew Noun
Objects, instruments, or articles used in the ministry of the temple. These were consecrated for sacred tasks and were vital for the sacrificial system and the maintenance of holiness in God's presence.
Kingמֶלֶךְ
melek · Hebrew Noun
A sovereign ruler invested with authority to lead and judge; in Israel, the king was to be Yahweh's vice-regent, subject to His law.
congregationעֵדָה
edah · Hebrew Noun
The assembly or gathering of God's people; it denotes Israel as a community called out by God for His purpose and worship.
arkאָרוֹן
aron · Hebrew Noun
A wooden chest overlaid with gold that served as the primary symbol of God's presence, containing the tablets of the Law and representing the throne of God on earth.
sacrificingזָבַח
zabach · Hebrew Verb
A ritual offering given to God to signify dedication, thanksgiving, atonement, or fellowship, acknowledging Him as the rightful owner and provider of all things.
covenantבְּרִית
berit · Hebrew Noun
A solemn, binding, and formal agreement between God and His people, establishing a relationship of mutual obligation, fidelity, and promise.
LORDיהוה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal, covenantal name of God in the Old Testament, representing His self-existent, faithful, and redemptive character.
inner sanctuaryדְּבִיר
debir · Hebrew Noun
The innermost chamber of the temple, also known as the Holy of Holies, where the ark resided and the manifest presence of God dwelt.
cherubimכְּרוּב
kerub · Hebrew Noun
A high-ranking heavenly being associated with the throne, presence, and holiness of God, often serving as a guardian or bearer of the divine glory.