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Jah

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Jah (name) means a name for God, especially as used in Rastafarian belief, shortened from the Hebrew name of God. Example: “Rastafarian songs often praise Jah as a source of guidance and strength.”

name

A name for God, especially as used in Rastafarian belief, shortened from the Hebrew name of God.

"Rastafarian songs often praise Jah as a source of guidance and strength."

How to use Jah

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA name for God, most associated with Rastafarian religion and reggae music.

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Etymology

Borrowed from Hebrew Yah, a short form of the Tetragrammaton, the sacred name of God.

Origin: Hebrew

Frequently asked questions

What does “Jah” mean?

The word “Jah” means a name for God, especially as used in Rastafarian belief, shortened from the Hebrew name of God. In plain terms, a name for God, most associated with Rastafarian religion and reggae music.

How do you pronounce “Jah”?

“Jah” is pronounced jah (/dʒɑ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Jah” in a sentence?

Here is “Jah” used in a sentence: “Rastafarian songs often praise Jah as a source of guidance and strength.”

What part of speech is “Jah”?

“Jah” is a name.

Where does the word “Jah” come from?

The word “Jah” comes from Hebrew. Borrowed from Hebrew Yah, a short form of the Tetragrammaton, the sacred name of God.

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