Dictionary term
Elohim
Direct answer
Elohim is a Hebrew word used most often for God in the Bible, but in some contexts it can also refer to divine beings, heavenly court members, or spiritual powers.
Elohim is a Hebrew term usually for God, but context can allow divine-being language.
Elohim is a Hebrew term usually for God, but context can allow divine-being language.
A manuscript-style hierarchy, not a claim that a named being has one canonical appearance.Quick reference
- Use when
- Use Elohim with careful grammar and context, distinguishing the God of Israel from plural divine-being or council language where appropriate.
- Do not use it for
- Do not use Elohim to flatten biblical monotheism or to invent unsupported angel categories.
- Reference category
- Angels & Archangels
- Related terms
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The story behind Elohim
Scholars discuss Elohim in relation to Hebrew grammar, ancient Near Eastern divine council language, and Israelite theology.
Elohim in spiritual tradition
Spiritually, Elohim asks for reverence before linguistic and theological complexity.
Elohim in the Bible
In most biblical uses, Elohim refers to the singular God of Israel. Some passages use elohim language for other spiritual beings or judges depending on interpretation.
Why Elohim matters
Elohim matters because English readers often miss that the same Hebrew form can function differently by context.
Elohim at work: an example
Psalm 82 is central in divine-council discussions because elohim language appears in a heavenly judgment scene.
Sources and editorial method
This concise reference separates established definitions from historical, symbolic, or interpretive claims. Entries without external references are presented as editorial summaries rather than primary-source scholarship.
- Source
- The Great Almanac Dictionary
- Category
- Angels & Archangels
- Also appears in
- Angels & Archangels
- Aliases
- None listed
- Last updated
- 2026-07-15
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Common questions
What is Elohim?
Elohim is a Hebrew word used most often for God in the Bible, but in some contexts it can also refer to divine beings, heavenly court members, or spiritual powers.
How should Elohim be understood spiritually?
Use Elohim with careful grammar and context, distinguishing the God of Israel from plural divine-being or council language where appropriate.
What should I avoid when interpreting Elohim?
Do not use Elohim to flatten biblical monotheism or to invent unsupported angel categories.
