Dictionary of Bible Themes A Hebrew term expressing the ideas of truth and reliability, often used in prayer and adoration. 1 Chronicles 16:36Amen as an expression of worship Ephesians 3:21Revelation 7:11-12 See also Nehemiah 5:13; 8:6Psalms 72:19; 106:48 Romans 9:5 The repetition of "Amen" here conveys Ezra's intensity of feeling as he read the Book of the Law. The response of the people represents a solemn, formal acceptance of God's commandments Romans 11:36; 16:25-271 Corinthians 14:16 "Amen" can mean either "Yes indeed, it is so" or "So be it" Galatians 1:3-5Philippians 4:20 1 Timothy 1:17; 6:15-16 2 Timothy 4:18 Hebrews 13:20-21 1 Peter 4:11; 5:10-11 2 Peter 3:17-18 Jude 1:24-25 Revelation 1:4-7; 19:4 the worship of heaven Galatians 6:18Amen confirms a grace or blessing See also Romans 15:331 Corinthians 16:24 Philippians 4:23 Revelation 22:20-21 Jeremiah 28:5-6 Amen confirms a vow or action See also Numbers 5:20-22Deuteronomy 27:15 1 Kings 1:32-36 Jeremiah 11:1-5 Revelation 3:14 Amen as a title of Jesus Christ See also 2 Corinthians 1:18-20See also The implication is that all God's promises find their fulfilment in Jesus Christ. 1155 God, truthfulness1335 blessing 1462 truth, in NT 2206 Jesus, the Christ 5433 occupations 5742 wedding 5828 danger 8622 worship 8648 enquiring of God |
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