What is LORD in the Bible?

What does the Bible say about LORD?

The Bible uses a wide variety of names and titles to refer to God, each carrying specific meaning and significance. These names and titles reveal different aspects of God's character, attributes, and His relationship with humanity. LORD (Yahweh): The personal name of God, often translated as "LORD" (all capitals) in English Bibles, emphasizing His self-existence, eternality, and covenant relationship with His people (Exodus 3:14-15). God (Elohim): A general term for God, highlighting His power, sovereignty, and majesty (Genesis 1:1). Lord (Adonai): A title emphasizing God's authority and lordship (Genesis 15:2). Almighty (Shaddai): A name depicting God's all-sufficiency and power (Genesis 17:1). Most High (Elyon): A title stressing God's supremacy and sovereignty (Genesis 14:18-20). Everlasting (Olam): A name emphasizing God's eternal nature (Genesis 21:33). Jealous (Qanna): A name revealing God's zeal for His own glory and His people's devotion (Exodus 34:14). LORD of Hosts (Yahweh Sabaoth): A title portraying God as the commander of heavenly armies (1Sa.1.3). More names...

Where does LORD appear in the Bible?

LORD is referenced in 777 verses across 39 books. Every passage below is about this one, not just every verse the word turns up in.

• 1 Chronicles 11:9
• 1 Chronicles 17:7
• 1 Chronicles 17:24
• 1 Corinthians 11:20
• 1 Kings 2:26
• 1 Kings 3:10
• 1 Kings 3:15
• 1 Kings 8:53
• 1 Kings 18:15
• 1 Kings 19:10
• 1 Kings 19:14
• 1 Kings 22:6
• 1 Samuel 1:3
• 1 Samuel 1:11
• 1 Samuel 2:3
• 1 Samuel 4:4
• 1 Samuel 15:2
• 1 Samuel 17:45
• 2 Kings 3:14
• 2 Kings 7:6
• 2 Kings 19:23
• 2 Samuel 5:10
• 2 Samuel 6:2
• 2 Samuel 6:18

What else appears in these passages?

These turn up in the same passages as LORD.