• Greek word for “the written word.” Also part of the root word by which we derive the English word logic.
  • the legally or formally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship (historically and in some jurisdictions specifically a union between a man and a woman).
  • Hebrew for "anointed one" — rendered "Messiah" in English and "Christos" (Christ) in Greek. Refers to the promised King from David's line, anointed by Yahweh to deliver His people. Yeshua is the Mashiach. (Daniel 9:25-26)
  • Hebrew for "lampstand." The seven-branched golden lampstand that stood in the tabernacle and temple, kept burning continually before Yahweh. Also refers to the nine-branched hanukkiah used at Hanukkah. (Exodus 25:31-40)
  • A small plaque or parchment applied to the doorway of every Jewish home and containing words from the Shema. Fulfills a mitzvah from God in Deuteronomy 6:9.
  • Hebrew for "to seek" or "to investigate." A method of biblical interpretation and the body of rabbinic commentaries that expand on Scripture's stories, laws, and meanings — seeking the deeper significance behind the text.
  • Water used for baptism in Judaism that brings a spiritual cleansing of the mind and spirit.
  • Hebrew for "dwelling place" or "tabernacle." The portable sanctuary Israel built in the wilderness — Yahweh's dwelling among His people before the temple. Every detail pointed to deeper spiritual realities. (Exodus 25-27)
  • Hebrew for “commandment.” Refers to the commandments given to us by God. Not just the Ten Commandments, however, but all 613 mitzvot found in Scripture.
  • Hebrew for “I acknowledge” or “I give thanks.” A Jewish prayer said daily upon waking while still in bed.
  • Hebrew for "appointed time" or "set feast." Plural: Moedim. Refers to Yahweh's appointed times — the feasts and holy days He established. These are His appointments with His people, not merely Jewish holidays. (Leviticus 23:2)
  • In Hebrew, Pesach, a yearly Jewish feast, or holy day, recalling Israel’s exodus from Egypt and deliverance from slavery. Literally refers to the plague God sent Pharaoh that killed all the firstborn male offspring of Egypt. The application of lamb’s blood on the doorposts of Israelite homes(...)
  • A yearly Jewish feast, or holy day, recalling Israel’s exodus from Egypt and deliverance from slavery. Literally refers to the plague God sent Pharaoh that killed all the firstborn male offspring of Egypt. The application of lamb’s blood on the doorposts of Israelite homes caused the curse to(...)
  • The standard Aramaic translation of the Scriptures, used by Aramaic-speaking Christians. The Hebraic Roots Bible's New Testament is translated from the Peshitta, reflecting the belief that Yeshua and His disciples spoke Aramaic.
  • Hebrew: Perushim ("separated ones"). A first-century Jewish sect devoted to strict observance of the Torah and the oral tradition. Often in conflict with Yeshua over their elevation of tradition above Scripture's intent.