Бог благ
Bog blag
The English phrase "God is good" is translated into Russian as Бог благ (Bog blag).
This phrase is a religious statement used to express that God is benevolent and kind.
What does it mean word for word?
The word благ is the short-form masculine adjective derived from благой, meaning beneficial, good or benevolent.
Which one should you use?
Бог благ is an elevated, liturgical and formal expression. In contrast, the colloquial way to say God is kind or good in everyday speech is Бог добрый.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase uses the short form of the adjective благ, which is typical for high-style, theological or poetic statements in Russian.
How do you pronounce it?
Bog blag
Did you know?
- The word благо is the root for most Russian terms relating to social welfare and benefits, evolving from a purely sacred meaning to a secular administrative one.
- While Бог благ is used in theology, a Russian speaker might say Слава Богу to express relief or gratitude, similar to the English 'Thank God'.
- The phrase Бог благ avoids the use of the verb 'to be' in the present tense, which is standard in Russian but makes the statement feel more like an eternal truth than a temporary state.
Examples in context
- Бог благ.God is good.This example is useful for learning how to state that Бог благ.Tatoeba #2204704 by sharptoothed, translation #4761399 by billt_estates
- Бог добр. У меня все хорошо.God is good. I'm doing well.
Example conversation
Dmitry and Anastasia are discussing their faith in a quiet garden.
- Дмитрий DmitryЯ всегда нахожу утешение в молитве.Ya vsegda nakhozhu utesheniye v molitve.I always find comfort in prayer.
- Анастасия AnastasiaДа, ведь Бог благ и слышит нас.Da, ved' Bog blag i slyshit nas.Yes, for God is good and hears us.
- Дмитрий DmitryЭто дает мне много сил.Eto dayet mne mnogo sil.That gives me a lot of strength.
- Анастасия AnastasiaИ мне тоже, Дмитрий.I mne tozhe, Dmitriy.And me too, Dmitry.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
