The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 29: Knowing the Name of God (2024)
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Jan 29, 2024 Exploring the importance of knowing God's name and how it reveals his nature; God's name is a mysterious expression of his love and closeness to us; The significance of not pronouncing God's name out of respect; Understanding the awe-inspiring nature of God and his love for humanity
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The Divine Name YHWH Explained
- God's name revealed as YHWH means "I am who I am," expressing his eternal and self-existent nature.
- This name reveals God as infinitely above us yet close to his people with steadfast faithfulness.
God's Holiness Reveals Our Insignificance
- Encountering God's holiness reveals human insignificance and sinfulness.
- Yet God's holiness also invites forgiveness for those who humbly recognize their sin.
Respect for God's Sacred Name
- Out of respect for God's holiness, the Israelites do not pronounce His sacred name.
- The name YHWH is replaced by "Lord" in Scripture readings, a tradition that carries into Jesus' divine title.