Meaning of Elias in the Bible
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Language: HebrewOriginal: אֵלִיָּהוּTransliteration: EliyyahuStrong’s: H452Gender: maleTestament: both
Meaning
“Meu Deus é o SENHOR”
Elias foi um dos profetas mais dramáticos de Israel, cujo nome proclama 'Meu Deus é o SENHOR'. Desafiou corajosamente Israel a escolher entre Deus e Baal durante o reinado do perverso Rei Acabe. Elias não morreu, mas foi levado ao céu em um carro de fogo e apareceu ao lado de Moisés na Transfiguração de Jesus.
Scripture References for Elias
5 key passages featuring this name
1 Kings 17:1
“And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the Lord God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word.”
1 Kings 18:21
“And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the Lord be God, follow him: but if Baal, then follow him. And the people answered him not a word.”
1 Kings 19:12
“And after the earthquake a fire; but the Lord was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice.”
Malachi 4:5
“Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord:”
Matthew 17:3
“And, behold, there appeared unto them Moses and Elias talking with him.”
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The Name Elias in God’s Word
Names in Scripture carry deep significance. Elias — meaning “Meu Deus é o SENHOR” — reflects a truth about identity, purpose, and God’s design. Meditate on these passages to understand what this name reveals about God’s character and His people.