God refers to Himself as I AM H1961.
Lord Jesus Christ refers to Himself as I AM G1510.
Exodus 3:11-15; Deuteronomy 32:39; Isaiah 41:4; 43:10; 43:25; 48:12-13; 51:12; 52:6; 57:15; Hosea 13:4; John 8:58;
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H1961. hayah: To be, become, come to pass, exist, happen
Original Word: הָיָה
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: hayah
Pronunciation: hah-yah
Phonetic Spelling: (haw-yaw)
Definition: To be, become, come to pass, exist, happen
Meaning: to exist, be, become, come to pass
Word Origin: A primitive root
Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G1510 (eimi): The Greek equivalent often used in the New Testament to express being or existence, as seen in Jesus' declarations of "I am" (e.g., John 8:58).
Usage: The Hebrew verb "hayah" is a fundamental term in the Old Testament, often translated as "to be" or "to become." It conveys the idea of existence, occurrence, or coming into being. This verb is pivotal in expressing states of being and the unfolding of events. It is frequently used in the context of God's self-revelation, as seen in the divine name "I AM" (Exodus 3:14).
Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the concept of being was not merely about static existence but involved dynamic action and purpose. The verb "hayah" reflects this understanding, emphasizing the active presence and involvement of God in the world. The use of "hayah" in the context of God's name (YHWH) underscores His eternal, self-existent nature, distinguishing Him from the gods of surrounding nations.
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G1510. eimi: to be, to exist, to happen, to be present
Original Word: εἰμί
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: eimi
Pronunciation: ay-MEE
Phonetic Spelling: (i-mee')
Definition: to be, to exist, to happen, to be present
Meaning: I am, exist.
Word Origin: A primary verb
Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H1961 (הָיָה, hayah): to be, to become, to exist
Usage: The Greek verb "εἰμί" (eimi) is a fundamental verb in the Greek language, equivalent to the English verb "to be." It is used to denote existence, identity, or presence. In the New Testament, it often serves as a linking verb, connecting the subject with a predicate nominative or adjective. It is essential for expressing states of being and is frequently used in statements of identity, existence, and presence.
Cultural and Historical Background: In the context of the New Testament, "εἰμί" is a critical verb that underpins many theological statements, particularly those concerning the nature and identity of Jesus Christ. The use of "εἰμί" in the Septuagint (the Greek translation of the Old Testament) often translates the Hebrew verb "הָיָה" (hayah), which is used in God's self-revelation to Moses as "I AM" (Exodus 3:14). This connection underscores the theological depth of "εἰμί" in expressing divine existence and presence.
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Exodus 3:11-15 (KJV)
3:11 And Moses said unto God, Who [am] I, that I should go unto Pharaoh, and that I should bring forth the children of Israel out of Egypt?
3:12 And he said, Certainly I will be with thee; and this [shall be] a token unto thee, that I have sent thee: When thou hast brought forth the people out of Egypt, ye shall serve God upon this mountain.
3:13 And Moses said unto God, Behold, [when] I come unto the children of Israel, and shall say unto them, The God of your fathers hath sent me unto you; and they shall say to me, What [is] his name? what shall I say unto them?
3:14 And God said unto Moses, I AM H1961 THAT I AM: H1961 and he said, Thus shalt thou say unto the children of Israel, I AM H1961 hath sent me unto you.
3:15 And God said moreover unto Moses, Thus shalt thou say unto the children of Israel, The LORD God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, hath sent me unto you: this [is] my name for ever, and this [is] my memorial unto all generations.
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Deuteronomy 32:39 (KJV)
32:39 See now that I, [even] I, [am] he, and [there is] no god with me: I kill, and I make alive; I wound, and I heal: neither [is there any] that can deliver out of my hand.
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Isaiah 41:4 (KJV)
41:4 Who hath wrought and done [it], calling the generations from the beginning? I the LORD, the first, and with the last; I [am] he.
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Isaiah 43:10 (KJV)
43:10 Ye [are] my witnesses, saith the LORD, and my servant whom I have chosen: that ye may know and believe me, and understand that I [am] he: before me there was no God formed, neither shall there be after me.
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Isaiah 43:25 (KJV)
43:25 I, [even] I, [am] he that blotteth out thy transgressions for mine own sake, and will not remember thy sins.
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Isaiah 48:12-13 (KJV)
48:12 Hearken unto me, O Jacob and Israel, my called; I [am] he; I [am] the first, I also [am] the last.
48:13 Mine hand also hath laid the foundation of the earth, and my right hand hath spanned the heavens: [when] I call unto them, they stand up together.
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Isaiah 51:12 (KJV)
51:12 I, [even] I, [am] he that comforteth you: who [art] thou, that thou shouldest be afraid of a man [that] shall die, and of the son of man [which] shall be made [as] grass;
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Isaiah 52:6 (KJV)
52:6 Therefore my people shall know my name: therefore [they shall know] in that day that I [am] he that doth speak: behold, [it is] I.
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Isaiah 57:15 (KJV)
57:15 For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name [is] Holy; I dwell in the high and holy [place], with him also [that is] of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.
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Hosea 13:4 (KJV)
13:4 Yet I [am] the LORD thy God from the land of Egypt, and thou shalt know no god but me: for [there is] no saviour beside me.
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John 8:58 (KJV)
8:58 Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Before Abraham was, I am G1510.
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