Woeהוֹי
hoy · Hebrew Interjection
A prophetic cry of judgment or grief, often used to announce impending doom, divine displeasure, or condemnation upon those who persist in wickedness.
shepherdsרֹעִים
ro‘im · Hebrew Noun (plural)
A metaphor for leaders—kings, priests, or prophets—entrusted by God to guide, protect, and feed His people. Biblical shepherds are accountable to the Great Shepherd, Yahweh, for the well-being of the flock.
sheepצֹאן
tson · Hebrew Noun
Refers to the covenant people of God, whom He claims as His own possession. As a flock, they are dependent on His guidance, protection, and provision.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal, covenantal name of God in the Old Testament, representing His holiness, faithfulness, and eternal nature as the Redeemer of Israel.
remnantשְׁאֵרִית
she’erit · Hebrew Noun
A small portion of the original community that remains or survives after a period of judgment or dispersion. It signifies God’s faithfulness in maintaining His covenant despite human failure.
fearיָרֵא
yare’ · Hebrew Verb
A reverent awe or profound respect for God’s character and power. In a biblical context, it results in turning away from evil and trusting in God’s provision rather than being overwhelmed by circumstances.
Davidדָּוִד
David · Hebrew Proper Noun
Refers to the royal lineage of King David, through which God promised the eternal Messianic kingdom. It points to the anticipated descendant who would fulfill the Davidic Covenant.
Branchצֶמַח
tsemach · Hebrew Noun
A messianic title signifying a shoot or descendant emerging from the "stump" of the Davidic dynasty. It portrays the Messiah as someone who brings new life, growth, and restoration to Israel.
righteousצַדִּיק
tsaddiq · Hebrew Adjective
Refers to the moral and spiritual state of being in alignment with God’s standard and covenant requirements. In the Messiah, this righteousness is both an inherent character trait and an active administration of God's will.
justiceמִשְׁפָּט
mishpat · Hebrew Noun
The moral order and fairness that God requires in human society. It involves delivering those who are oppressed and holding the wicked accountable according to God’s law.
LORDיְהוָה
YHVH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The covenant name of the God of Israel (Yahweh). It signifies His self-existence, eternal nature, and His faithfulness to His covenant promises toward His people.
righteousnessצְדָקָה
tsedaqah · Hebrew Noun
A legal and relational status of being in right standing with God. It involves conformity to God's standard of holiness and is ultimately provided by God Himself as a gift of grace through faith.
savedיָשַׁע
yasha · Hebrew Verb
The state of being delivered or rescued from danger, enemies, or judgment. Biblically, it refers to both physical deliverance and the ultimate spiritual salvation from sin through God's intervention.
