Etymology
Roots in Hebrew, Greek, and Aramaic
HebrewLiturgical terms
Amenamen — biblical meaning
אָמֵן (amen)
Transliteration
amen
Pronunciation
ah-MAYN
MEANING
Truly; so be it; firm; reliable
ROOT
אמן (aman)
ETYMOLOGY
From the Hebrew verb aman, meaning to be firm, support, or confirm. In religious use it expresses agreement and affirmation of truth.
BIBLICAL USE
Used at the end of prayers and blessings to confirm what was said. In the New Testament Jesus uses 'Amen, amen' to emphasize important statements.
RELATED VERSES
Deuteronomy 27:151 Kings 1:36Revelation 3:14
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