Names of God: EL

EL, Meaning

The Strong One

Application

He is more powerful than any false god. God will overcome all obstacles. We can depend on God.

References

Exodus 15:2; Numbers 23:22; Deuteronomy 7:9; (Mark 15:34)

Pronounced: el

Occurs more than 200 times in the Old Testament (including compounds). Generic Semitic name for God, used by other cultures to refer to their gods. "El" is used in compound proper names such as Isra-el (wrestles with God), and El-isha (God is salvation).

Category: Theology