ܡܪܝܐ
Marya
The English phrase "jehovah" refers to the Aramaic word ܡܪܝܐ (Marya).
The term refers to a transliteration of the Masoretic vocalization of the Tetragrammaton.
Meaning: transliteration of the Masoretic vocalization of the Tetragrammaton (name)
Which one should you use?
While jehovah refers specifically to the transliterated name of God, the Aramaic term ܡܪܝܐ is the standard way to say "the Lord" in a religious context.
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is Marya.
Did you know?
- While ܡܪܝܐ is used for God, the root ܡܪܐ is also used in common Aramaic to describe a human landlord or owner of a house.
- In many Aramaic-speaking traditions, the word ܡܪܝܐ is used to avoid pronouncing the sacred name directly, serving a similar protective function to 'Adonai' in Hebrew.
- The Romanized form 'Marya' sounds similar to the name 'Maria', but they are etymologically unrelated.
Examples in context
- ܒܫܡ ܡܪܝܐ.be-shm marya.In the name of Jehovah.
