Theological Muzings on the Names of God: The Law: Essays, Genesis–Deuteronomy

What does it mean to know God by name?

From Elohim in the opening words of Genesis to the names revealed throughout the Law, Scripture introduces us to God by name.

Theological Muzings—Names of God—The Law—Essays: Genesis–Deuteronomy explores the names of God found throughout the first five books of Scripture. Each essay considers a name where it appears in the biblical text—its meaning, its context, and what can be learned through its use.

Elohim. Yahweh. El Elyon. El Roi. El Shaddai. Adonai. El Olam. Adonai Yireh—and many more.

These are the names at the center of this journey through Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy.