Hebrew Names, Pronunciations, and the “Cult” Accusation | Episode 2

In this episode, we will discuss the meaning, history, and controversy surrounding the use of Hebrew names for the Father and Son, including the heart behind why I choose to use the names “Yahuah” for the Father and “Yahusha” for the Son. We will explore how ancient Hebrew was written without vowels, how historical events like the Babylonian exile and later scribal traditions influenced pronunciation and translation, and how titles like “Lord” and “God” came to replace the personal Name in many Bible translations, which has deeply influenced our understanding today.

We will also examine historical evidence from the Dead Sea Scrolls and early Greek manuscript fragments, which show that the Father’s Name was preserved long after the biblical period. We will discuss the difference between misusing the Name versus using it, the cultural and prophetic significance of names in Hebrew thought, and why heart posture matters more than perfect pronunciation.

Lastly, we will address the common “cult” accusations associated with using Hebrew names, clarifying what actually defines a cult and encouraging listeners to approach the topic with humility and love. The episode truly emphasizes the “weightier matter”: honoring the Father not just with our words, but how we live.

Resources:

What is God’s Name? E-Book: https://www.promise-perspective.com/products/what-is-gods-name-e-book-2

The Tetragram and the New Testament by George Howard: https://letthetruthcomeoutblog.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/the-tetragram-and-the-new-testament.pdf

The Leon Levy Dead Sea Scrolls Digital Library: https://www.deadseascrolls.org.il/home)

Manuscript 11Q5 – 11Q Psa.: https://www.deadseascrolls.org.il/explore-the-archive/image/B-371125

Yahuah’s name in 11Q5: https://www.deadseascrolls.org.il/explore-the-archive/manuscript/11Q5-2

Psalm 129 from DSS: https://www.deadseascrolls.org.il/explore-the-archive/image/B-371128

More Psalms: https://www.deadseascrolls.org.il/explore-the-archive/image/B-371135

Psalms 102:18-103:1: https://www.deadseascrolls.org.il/explore-the-archive/image/B-367152

Tetragrammaton and the Divine Name in Ancient Greek Sources: https://www.tetragrammaton.org/lxx_appdx1c.html

“Tetragrammaton”: https://www.dl1.en-us.nina.az/YHWH.html?utm_

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