Topical Encyclopedia I AM The term "I AM" is a significant self-designation of God, found in the Old Testament. In Exodus 3:14, God reveals Himself to Moses with the name "I AM WHO I AM" . This declaration is foundational for understanding God's eternal, self-existent nature. The Hebrew phrase "Ehyeh Asher Ehyeh" is often translated as "I AM WHO I AM," indicating God's unchanging and independent existence. This name underscores His sovereignty and faithfulness, as He is not defined by anything outside Himself. IDOLATRY Idolatry is the worship of idols or images as gods, and it is strictly prohibited in the Bible. The first and second commandments given to Moses emphasize the prohibition of idolatry: "You shall have no other gods before Me. You shall not make for yourself an idol" (Exodus 20:3-4). Idolatry is seen as a direct affront to the worship of the one true God and is often associated with spiritual adultery. The prophets frequently condemned Israel for falling into idolatry, which led to their downfall and exile (e.g., Jeremiah 2:11-13, Ezekiel 8:10-12). ISAAC Isaac, the son of Abraham and Sarah, is a patriarch in the biblical narrative. His birth was a fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham that he would have a son through Sarah, despite their old age (Genesis 21:1-3). Isaac's life is marked by key events, such as the near-sacrifice on Mount Moriah, where God tested Abraham's faith (Genesis 22:9-12). Isaac married Rebekah and fathered Esau and Jacob, continuing the Abrahamic covenant. His life exemplifies themes of faith, obedience, and God's providence. ISRAEL Israel is both a person and a nation in the Bible. The name was first given to Jacob after he wrestled with God and prevailed (Genesis 32:28). As a nation, Israel refers to the descendants of Jacob's twelve sons, forming the twelve tribes. Israel's history is central to the Old Testament, from the Exodus from Egypt to the establishment of the monarchy and the eventual exile. The nation is chosen by God to be a light to the nations and to bring forth the Messiah (Isaiah 49:6). Israel's relationship with God is characterized by covenant, law, and prophecy. ISAIAH Isaiah is one of the major prophets in the Old Testament, known for his extensive prophecies concerning judgment and salvation. The Book of Isaiah addresses the spiritual and moral decline of Israel and Judah, calling for repentance and foretelling the coming of the Messiah. Isaiah 53 is a profound messianic prophecy describing the suffering servant, which Christians interpret as a foreshadowing of Jesus Christ's sacrificial death. Isaiah's prophecies also include visions of a new heaven and earth, emphasizing God's ultimate plan for redemption and restoration (Isaiah 65:17). ISRAELITES The Israelites are the descendants of Jacob, also known as Israel. They are the chosen people of God, with whom He established a covenant at Mount Sinai, giving them the Law through Moses (Exodus 19:5-6). The Israelites' journey from slavery in Egypt to the Promised Land is a central narrative in the Bible, illustrating themes of deliverance, faith, and obedience. Despite their frequent disobedience and idolatry, God remains faithful to His covenant, promising restoration and blessing through the prophets. ISHMAEL Ishmael is the first son of Abraham, born to Hagar, Sarah's Egyptian maidservant (Genesis 16:15). Although not the child of promise, God blessed Ishmael, promising to make him a great nation (Genesis 17:20). Ishmael's descendants are traditionally considered to be the Arab peoples. His account highlights themes of God's mercy and the complexities of human relationships, as well as the consequences of taking matters into one's own hands rather than waiting on God's timing. INTERCESSION Intercession is the act of praying or pleading on behalf of others. The Bible presents numerous examples of intercessory prayer, such as Abraham interceding for Sodom (Genesis 18:22-33) and Moses interceding for Israel after the golden calf incident (Exodus 32:11-14). In the New Testament, Jesus is depicted as the ultimate intercessor, who "always lives to intercede" for believers (Hebrews 7:25). Intercession is a vital aspect of Christian prayer life, reflecting love and concern for others and aligning with God's will. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (n.) I, the ninth letter of the English alphabet, takes its form from the Phoenician, through the Latin and the Greek. The Phoenician letter was probably of Egyptian origin. Its original value was nearly the same as that of the Italian I, or long e as in mete. Etymologically I is most closely related to e, y, j, g; as in dint, dent, beverage, L. bibere; E. kin, AS. cynn; E. thin; E. dominion, donjon, dungeon.2. (n.) In our old authors, I was often used for ay (or aye), yes, which is pronounced nearly like it. 3. (n.) As a numeral, I stands for 1, II for 2, etc. 4. (object.) The nominative case of the pronoun of the first person; the word with which a speaker or writer denotes himself. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia I, I AM, I AM THAT I AMSee GOD, NAMES OF. Greek 1510. eimi -- I exist, I am ... eimi. 1511 . I exist, I am. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: eimi Phonetic Spelling: (i-mee') Short Definition: I am, exist Definition: I am, exist. ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1510.htm - 9k 1473. ego -- I (only expressed when emphatic) 3165. me -- I, me, my. 1698. emoi -- I, me, mine, my. 3427. moi -- I, me, mine, my. 3450. mou -- I, me, mine own, my. 1691. eme -- I, me, myself. 2252. emen -- I was 959. Bernike -- Berenice, Bernice, daughter of Herod Agrippa I 986. Blastos -- Blastus, the chamberlain of Herod Agrippa I Strong's Hebrew 350. I-kabod -- "inglorious," a son of PhinehasI-kabod. 349, 350. I-kabod. 351 . "inglorious," a son of Phinehas. Transliteration: I-kabod Phonetic Spelling: (ee-kaw-bode') Short Definition: Ichabod. ... /hebrew/350.htm - 6k 595. anoki -- I 576. anah -- I 589. ani -- I 4994. na -- I (we) pray, now 5856. i -- a ruin, heap of ruins 339. i -- coast, region 338. i -- a jackal 336. i -- not. 337. i -- alas! Library History of the Christian Church, Volume I Chapter i Chapter i. 'Is it I?' "It is I, it is I" I Thirst for Love Chapter i. 'According To' --I. 'Is it I?' I 1895. Thesaurus I'jon (2 Occurrences)I'jon. Ijon, I'jon. Ikkesh . Multi-Version Concordance I'jon (2 Occurrences). 2 Kings 15:29 In the days of Pekah king ... /i/i'jon.htm - 7k I'm (30 Occurrences) I'll (31 Occurrences) I've (7 Occurrences) I (95796 Occurrences) Said'i (1 Occurrence) Quirin'i-us (1 Occurrence) I-chabod (2 Occurrences) I'lai (1 Occurrence) I'yim (1 Occurrence) Resources I: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.comBible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance I (95796 Occurrences)I is found 95796 times in 12 translations. You can narrow your search using the Advanced Bible Search. Subtopics I Am That I Am: A Name of Deity Related Terms Ker'i-oth-hezron (1 Occurrence) |
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