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God spoke to Moses, and said to him, "I am Yahweh;

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The Meaning of 'Jehovah'

When God declares, "I am Jehovah," He is revealing His core identity. Commentators explain this name signifies His self-existence, His eternal and unchangeable nature, and His absolute faithfulness to fulfill His promises. It's not just a title, but a powerful declaration that He is the God who acts on His word to save His people.

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Exodus

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Exodus 6:2–3

18th Century

Theologian

There appears to have been an interval of some months between the preceding events and this renewal of the promise to Moses. The oppression in the …

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Exodus 6:2

16th Century

Theologian

And God spake. God pursues His address, so that Moses may again uplift the fainting courage of the people. Moreover, He rebukes their dist…

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 6:2

17th Century

Pastor

And God spoke to Moses, and said to him, I am the Lord .
Or Jehovah, the self-existent Being, the Being of beings, t…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 6:1–9

17th Century

Minister

We are most likely to prosper in attempts to glorify God, and to be useful to others, when we learn by experience that we can do nothing on our own…