Search results
- Dictionaryamen/ˌɑːˈmɛn/
exclamation
- 1. uttered at the end of a prayer or hymn, meaning ‘so be it’.
noun
- 1. an utterance of ‘amen’.
Powered by Oxford Dictionaries
Here, Christ is referred to as “the Amen, the faithful and true witness.” It is used here in direct relation to the terms true and faithful, and emphasizes Christ and His message, the embodiment of TRUTH (John 14:6; 17:17). These verses conclusively show the word’s scriptural meaning.
What is the meaning of the Hebrew word selah? This word is found in the Psalms of David and the book of Habakkuk. Scholars have speculated its meaning since 270 B.C., when the Old Testament was translated into Greek. Since the Psalms were actually songs—set to music—many conclude that selah refers to musicians’ directions.
These verses conclusively show the word’s scriptural meaning. In Matthew 6:13, Christ closed His prayer (the model prayer for all Christians) with “Amen.” A third example is in the fact that in many of the world’s religions, ministers and priests assume the title of “Father” or “Reverend.”
Jesus used parables to conceal, to hide the true meaning so those He was not working with would not understand. Continue in verse 12, “That seeing they may see, and not perceive; and hearing they may hear, and not understand; lest at any time they should be converted, and their sins should be forgiven them.”.
The Closing: Your prayer should conclude with “In Jesus’ name” and “Amen.” When we say “Amen,” we are saying, “so be it”—meaning everything for which we have prayed. This shows God we take prayer seriously. Remember, it takes time to develop the right prayer habits, so start now!
Prayer is vital to the spiritual life of Christians. It is one of the five tools of Christian growth. Yet this tool is under-utilized and greatly misapplied. Many profess to be Christian and never pray. Others say their prayers go unanswered. Here are the keys to dynamic prayer!
Finally, Christ concludes the prayer with, “For Yours is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen” . This summarizes and reminds us of the purpose and ultimate goal of our calling while praising and honoring God. This all-important framework is expounded on in the article “The Keys to Dynamic Prayer.”
The Greek word translated “torn” is sparasso, meaning a spasmodic contraction. Compare this to the outbursts of “Hallelujah!”, “Amen!”, etc., often accompanied by gyrations or other displays of seemingly uncontrolled behavior, which are standard fare at organized “healing revivals.”
The symbols represent the Hebrew letters. So what is their meaning? Psalm 119, like most of the psalms, was originally composed as a song to be sung in praising God. But it is also written in a unique poetic form known as an acrostic. (A few other psalms are written in this manner as well, but Psalm 119 is the best example.)
Many blur the great meaning of what this Holy Day pictures with the Feast of Tabernacles. Nevertheless, these Festivals depict entirely different phases of God’s Master Plan. Leviticus 23. The Feast of Tabernacles lasts seven days, with the first day a Holy Day. However, the eighth day is a separate Holy Day that has its own convocation.
