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   amen

   /ˌɑːˈmɛn/

   exclamation

   • 1. uttered at the end of a prayer or hymn, meaning ‘so be it’.
   • ▪ used to express agreement or assent: "amen to that!"

   noun

   • 1. an utterance of ‘amen’.

   Word Origin Old English, from ecclesiastical Latin, from Greek amēn, from Hebrew 'āmēn ‘truth, certainty’, used adverbially as expression of agreement, and adopted in the Septuagint as a solemn expression of belief or affirmation.

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     • "Amen" is defined as "so be it" or "certainly." It's a phrase used in Christianity, Judaism and Muslim religions. For Muslims, it's translated "ameen," and is said at the end of daily prayers. It's even repeated after particular phrases in those prayers. It is not a required ending, but is a common one.
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   Why do we say Amen at the end of a prayer?

   • Amen is how we end our prayers. It is a Hebrew word that means “so be it” or “let it be so.” When we say amen at the end of a prayer or even a church service, we are affirming our faith that our Lord God will answer our prayer and bring about His will in our lives. Amen is also a declaration of our trust in God.

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   What does Amen mean in the Bible?

   • We come across the word "amen" throughout the Old and New Testaments. Using Hebrew letters, אמן, or ἀμήν in ancient Greek, it's a word that's actually more than 2,500 years old! In Hebrew, it shares remarkable similarities to the word for "believe" (amam), meaning faithful. But what is amen's meaning, exactly?

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   Why do people say 'Amen'?

   • The primary reason people say "amen" is to voice agreement with what has been said. It's an expression that signifies you found the words you read or heard to be true. It's the ending to a solemn statement. It's a habitual ending to our prayers.

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   Is Amen a Jewish oath?

   • The word "amen" has long been considered part of Jewish liturgy, and carries a good deal of weight, similar to the idea of taking an oath. Jewish people might even draw the word out a bit, giving it greater emphasis. In Christianity, "amen" has been part of the liturgical makeup of worship services for centuries.

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4. hebrewwordlessons.com › 2024/09/15 › amen-and-amenAmen and Amen: Believe it! So be it! – Hebrew Word Lessons

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   Sep 15, 2024 · Amen was a way of saying, “it is truth”, “I believe it!”, “so be it!”. It was a public announcement of faith which was, not surprisingly, related to the Hebrew word for faithfulness, emunah [אֱמוּנָ֑ה]. Amen and faithfulness share the same root letters.

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6. faithgiant.com › how-to-end-prayer8 Powerful Ways How to End a Prayer - FaithGiant

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   4 days ago · “To God be the glory, forever and ever, Amen” (Philippians 4:20) is one of the popular prayers, but what does it mean? Many people interpret it as meaning that we should give God all the glory for everything that happens in our lives, both good and bad.

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   Sep 8, 2024 · In other words, amen means “it is reliable, it is sure, it is solid, and I can stand on it.”. The “It” of course, is God Himself, who is often called a Rock in the Old Testament (see Psalms 18 and 144) and a cornerstone in the New. But the “It” is also whatever He has said, whatever he has revealed.

8. www.vaticannews.va › en › prayersGlory be to the Father - Prayers - Vatican News

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   14 hours ago · world without end. Amen. Your contribution for a great mission: support us in bringing the Pope's words into every home. Send. Print. Previous prayer. Next prayer. Read the Glory be to the Father on Vatican News. Prayer is the breath of Faith, the soul's dialogue with God.

9. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › amen to thatAmen to that Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Sep 10, 2024 · The meaning of AMEN TO THAT is —used to show strong agreement. How to use amen to that in a sentence.

10. www.britannica.com › topic › Lords-PrayerLord’s Prayer | Text, Catholic, Protestant, Tradition, & Meaning

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    Sep 13, 2024 · The Matthean version is used in liturgy and is commonly recited or sung before the Eucharist in many churches. The Lord’s Prayer is also used in forms of prayer such as the Roman Catholic recitation of the rosary and the daily office, or divine office, of the Anglican church.