Tetragrammaton

The Tetragrammaton refers to the four Hebrew letters (YHWH) that represent the name of God in the Hebrew Bible. It is considered sacred and often translated as "LORD" in English versions of Scripture. The name reflects God's eternal and unchangeable nature. In Jewish tradition, it is not pronounced as written, with many using "Adonai" (Lord) or "Hashem" (the Name) in its place. The concept highlights the importance of reverence in religious language and has influenced various theological discussions about the nature of divinity.