Names of God: JEHOVAH-TSIDKENU

JEHOVAH-TSIDKENU, Meaning

The Lord Our Righteousness

Application

Jesus is the King who would come from David's line, and is the one who imparts His righteousness to us.

References

Jeremiah 23:5, 6; 33:16; Ezekiel 36:26-27; (2 Corinthians 5:21)

Pronounced: juh-HO-vah tsid-KAY-noo

Also known as YHWH-Tsidkenu. All people sin and fall short of God's glory, but God freely makes us righteous through faith in Jesus Christ (Romans 3:22-23). God promised to send a King who would reign wisely and do what is just and right. The people will live in safety (Jeremiah 23:5-6).

Category: Theology