the LORDיהוה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal name of the covenant God of Israel. It signifies His self-existence, eternal nature, and His faithfulness to His covenant promises made to His people.
wordדָּבָר
dabar · Hebrew Noun
A term often used in the Old Testament to refer to the prophetic message or divine revelation communicated through a prophet from God to His people.
Jehoiakimיְהוֹיָקִים
Yehoyaqim · Hebrew Proper Noun
A title meaning 'the Lord is' or 'the LORD raises up,' identifying him as a ruler over the southern kingdom of Judah during a period of spiritual decline and political instability.
Rechabitesרֵכָבִי
Rekabi · Hebrew Proper Noun
A nomadic or semi-nomadic group known for their strict adherence to the commands of their ancestor Jonadab, particularly the prohibition against drinking wine and living in houses. They serve as a foil to the disobedience of the Israelites.
house of the LORDבַּיִת יְהוָה
bayit YHWH · Hebrew Noun Phrase
The physical structure in Jerusalem built by Solomon, serving as the central place of sacrifice, prayer, and the dwelling place of God's presence among His people under the Old Covenant.
wineיַיִן
yayin · Hebrew Noun
Fermented juice of grapes, frequently used in the Bible as a symbol of joy and celebration, but also subject to regulations regarding its use, especially concerning priests and Nazirites.
man of Godאֱלֹהִים אִישׁ
ish Elohim · Hebrew Noun Phrase
A title used for prophets or individuals who were specifically set apart by God to communicate His will, exercise spiritual authority, or perform miraculous signs.
officialsשַׂר
sar · Hebrew Noun
Individuals who held authority or administrative positions within the royal court or the temple structure; they were often responsible for overseeing various civic or religious functions.
keeper of the thresholdסַף שֹׁמֵר
saph shomer · Hebrew Noun Phrase
A position of responsibility within the temple complex, involving the guarding or oversight of the entrances and security of the holy place.
wineיַיִן
yayin · Hebrew Noun
A fermented beverage often associated with celebration or intoxication, frequently used in the Bible as a symbol of joy, luxury, or divine judgment. Its prohibition here signifies a commitment to a life of strict discipline and separation from settled agrarian society.
commandedצִוָּה
tsavah · Hebrew Verb
To command, charge, or give an order; it denotes the exercise of authority and the expectation of adherence to a specific instruction or directive.
obeyedשָׁמַע
shama · Hebrew Verb
Refers to the act of following instructions or mandates issued by a superior, God, or an ancestor; it encompasses both the attitude of submission and the outward action of compliance.
tentsאֹהֶל
ohel · Hebrew Noun
A movable shelter; in this context, it represents a nomadic lifestyle, signifying a state of being unsettled, pilgrim-like, or detached from permanent attachment to the land.
sojournגּוּר
gur · Hebrew Verb
To dwell temporarily or reside as a foreigner/stranger; it highlights a status of not belonging permanently to a land or place, emphasizing a transient existence.
vineyardכֶּרֶם
kerem · Hebrew Noun
The fruit-bearing vine or the land cultivated for growing grapes; biblically, it often symbolizes prosperity, blessing, or, conversely, a state of settled stability that the Rechabites rejected.
build a houseבָּנָה
banah bayith · Hebrew Verb
The act of constructing a dwelling or permanent structure, symbolizing stability, permanence, and rootedness in a specific location.
Nebuchadnezzarנְבוּכַדְנֶאצַּר
Nebukadnetstsar · Hebrew Proper Noun
An ancient Mesopotamian empire, often serving as God's instrument of judgment against disobedient nations, particularly Judah. Its power represents the transient, worldly strength that human nations trust in rather than the LORD.
wordדָּבָר
dabar · Hebrew Noun
Referring to the divine oracle or communication from God to His prophets. It signifies the authoritative, revealed truth of God that demands a response from His people.
LORD of hostsצָבָא
Yhwh Sebaot · Hebrew Noun
A title for God emphasizing His sovereignty over all spiritual and physical powers in the universe. It signifies God as the Commander of the heavenly armies and the ultimate Authority over history.
instructionמוּסָר
musar · Hebrew Noun
A formal term for correction, discipline, or moral training. In Scripture, it implies the reception of wisdom and the adjustment of one's life according to divine revelation.
evilרָעָה
ra'ah · Hebrew Adjective/Noun
In a moral and theological sense, this refers to behavior, thoughts, or attitudes that deviate from God’s character and commandments. It represents rebellion against God’s moral order.
other godsאֱלֹהִים אֲחֵרִים
elohim acherim · Hebrew Noun Phrase
Deities, idols, or spiritual entities that are not the true God. Worshiping them is the ultimate act of spiritual adultery and rejection of the covenant relationship with the LORD.
Turnשׁוּב
shuv · Hebrew Verb
The act of repenting; literally, a turning around or changing of direction. It implies a total transformation of heart and lifestyle from a path of sin back to faithfulness to God.
obeyedשָׁמַע
shama · Hebrew Verb
A term used throughout Scripture for someone who follows the instruction, law, or will of another, especially in relation to God's revelation. It implies submission, trust, and active responsiveness to divine authority.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The divine name (YHWH) of the covenant God of Israel, self-existent and eternal, who enters into personal relationship with His people.
hostsצָבָא
tsaba · Hebrew Noun
A title emphasizing God's sovereignty over the heavenly armies or the entire created order, signifying His supreme power, authority, and ability to execute His will.
disasterרָעָה
ra'ah · Hebrew Noun
In a biblical context, refers to calamity, ruin, or judgment brought about by God as a direct consequence of rebellion or sin, serving both as a corrective and a manifestation of His holy justice.
listenedאָזַן
azan · Hebrew Verb
Refers to the moral and spiritual obligation to hear and respond to God’s word, emphasizing a covenantal relationship where failure to listen is tantamount to rebellion against the Creator.
commandמִצְוָה
mitsvah · Hebrew Noun
A set of rules, instructions, or statutes given for the purpose of guiding conduct, reflecting the giver's authority and the recipient's duty to comply.
preceptsמִצְוָה
mitsvah · Hebrew Noun
A term denoting a prescribed rule, standard, or regulation, often used in the context of divine law or ancestral instructions to which one must adhere strictly.
stand before meעָמַד לִפְנֵי
amad liphney · Hebrew Verb phrase
In a cultic or covenantal setting, this phrase signifies being in a position of service, ministry, or witness before God, indicating access to His presence and a role in His purpose.
