Topical Encyclopedia In the Christian tradition, Jesus Christ is recognized as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies and is often associated with the divine name Jehovah, which is a Latinized form of the Hebrew name for God, Yahweh. This connection is rooted in the belief that Jesus embodies the presence and essence of God Himself. The name Jehovah is not directly used in the New Testament; however, the attributes and roles associated with Jehovah in the Old Testament are ascribed to Jesus, affirming His divine nature and mission.Jehovah as the Self-Existent One The name Jehovah is derived from the Hebrew verb "to be," signifying God's eternal existence and self-sufficiency. In the New Testament, Jesus is identified with this eternal nature. In John 8:58 , Jesus declares, "Truly, truly, I tell you, before Abraham was born, I am!" This statement echoes God's self-identification to Moses in Exodus 3:14, "I AM WHO I AM," linking Jesus directly to the eternal, self-existent Jehovah. Jehovah as the Savior The name Jesus itself means "Jehovah is salvation," highlighting His role as the Savior of humanity. This is consistent with the Old Testament depiction of Jehovah as the one who delivers and saves His people. In Matthew 1:21 , the angel instructs Joseph, "She will give birth to a son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins." This salvation is a central theme in the New Testament, where Jesus is portrayed as the ultimate redeemer. Jehovah as the Shepherd In the Old Testament, Jehovah is often depicted as a shepherd who cares for His flock. Psalm 23:1 states, "The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want." Jesus adopts this imagery in John 10:11 , saying, "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep." By identifying Himself as the good shepherd, Jesus aligns His mission with the protective and nurturing role of Jehovah. Jehovah as the King Jehovah is frequently described as the King of Israel and the ruler of all creation. In the New Testament, Jesus is acknowledged as King, fulfilling the messianic prophecies of a divine ruler. Revelation 19:16 proclaims, "On His robe and on His thigh He has a name written: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS." This title affirms Jesus' sovereign authority, paralleling the kingship of Jehovah. Jehovah as the Judge The role of Jehovah as the ultimate judge is a recurring theme in the Old Testament. In the New Testament, Jesus is depicted as the one who will execute judgment. In John 5:22 , it is stated, "Furthermore, the Father judges no one, but has assigned all judgment to the Son." This transfer of judicial authority to Jesus underscores His divine role and identity as Jehovah. Jehovah as the Light Jehovah is often associated with light, symbolizing truth and holiness. Isaiah 60:19 declares, "The LORD will be your everlasting light, and your God will be your glory." Jesus claims this attribute in John 8:12 , saying, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life." This identification with light further cements Jesus' connection to Jehovah. In summary, while the New Testament does not explicitly use the name Jehovah for Jesus, the attributes, roles, and titles ascribed to Him align closely with those of Jehovah in the Old Testament. Through these connections, Jesus is recognized as the embodiment of the divine presence and mission, fulfilling the promises and prophecies of the Hebrew Scriptures. Nave's Topical Index Isaiah 40:3The voice of him that cries in the wilderness, Prepare you the way of the LORD, make straight in the desert a highway for our God. Nave's Topical Index Library On the Clause, and in one Lord Jesus Christ, with a Reading from ... Introduction Hypocrisy The Life and Death of Mr. Badman, Resources What is the Jesus Family Tomb? Has the lost tomb of Jesus Christ been discovered? | GotQuestions.orgIs Jesus the Messiah? | GotQuestions.org Why did God send Jesus? | GotQuestions.org Jesus: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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