Amen is a translation of a Hebrew word meaning reliable, sure, valid, true and faithful. Also, Amen is sometimes translated “so be it” or “may it be so.” The word Amen may confirm what already is, or it may indicate a hope for something desired. Amen is similarly used at the end of biblical songs, hymns, and prayers. In Jewish prayer, “Amen” comes at the end as an affirmative (or “yes”) response to a statement.
Used as an oath, “Amen” is a promise of truth (see Isaiah 65:16). The Prophet Isaiah speaks of God as the God of Amen (Truth), meaning that He speaks the truth, carries out His word, and remains eternally true. In the New Testament, Jesus is given the title “the Amen, the Faithful and True Witness” (Revelation 3:14). Jesus is eternally true and reliable. Jesus is the Truth (John 8:32; John 14:6). The Apostle Paul ended some of his letters with “Amen” (see 1 Thessalonians 5:28; 2 Thessalonians 3:18).
Amen!
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