• Hebrew word meaning “great” or “revered,” usually referring to a Jewish man who is a teacher of the Torah. Not an occupation but a title.
  • Greek term for the Word of God made alive by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit.
  • Hebrew for “head of the year.” First day of the Jewish calendar and a ten-day period of reflection and repentance leading to Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement.
  • Hebrew for "the Holy Spirit" — literally "the Holy Wind" or "Holy Breath." Ruach means spirit, wind, and breath. The active presence and power of Yahweh at work in the world and in believers. (Psalm 51:11; Isaiah 63:10)