Strong's H3050 · Hebrew
יָהּ
Yâhh · /yaw/
Definition
Jah, the sacred name
KJV: Jah, the Lord, most vehement. Compare names in '-iah,' '-jah.'
Root / derivation: contraction for H3068 (יְהֹוָה), and meaning the same;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered יָהּ across 45 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
45 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Exodus2 verses
The LORD is my strength and song, and he is become my salvation: he is my God, and I will prepare him an habitation; my father's God, and I will exalt him.
Exodus 17:16For he said, Because the LORD hath sworn that the LORD will have war with Amalek from generation to generation. Because: or, Because the hand of Amalek is against the throne of the LORD, therefore, etc the LORD hath: Heb. the hand upon the throne of the LORD
Psalms40 verses
Sing unto God, sing praises to his name: extol him that rideth upon the heavens by his name JAH, and rejoice before him.
Psalms 68:18Thou hast ascended on high, thou hast led captivity captive: thou hast received gifts for men; yea, for the rebellious also, that the LORD God might dwell among them. for men: Heb. in the man
Psalms 77:11I will remember the works of the LORD: surely I will remember thy wonders of old.
Psalms 89:8O LORD God of hosts, who is a strong LORD like unto thee? or to thy faithfulness round about thee?
Psalms 94:7Yet they say, The LORD shall not see, neither shall the God of Jacob regard it.
Psalms 94:12Blessed is the man whom thou chastenest, O LORD, and teachest him out of thy law;
Psalms 102:18This shall be written for the generation to come: and the people which shall be created shall praise the LORD.
Psalms 104:35Let the sinners be consumed out of the earth, and let the wicked be no more. Bless thou the LORD, O my soul. Praise ye the LORD.
Psalms 105:45That they might observe his statutes, and keep his laws. Praise ye the LORD. Praise: Heb. Hallelujah
Psalms 106:1Praise ye the LORD. O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. Praise: Heb. Hallelujah
Psalms 106:48Blessed be the LORD God of Israel from everlasting to everlasting: and let all the people say, Amen. Praise ye the LORD. Praise: Heb. Hallelujah
Psalms 111:1Praise ye the LORD. I will praise the LORD with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation. Praise ye: Heb. Hallelujah
Psalms 112:1Praise ye the LORD. Blessed is the man that feareth the LORD, that delighteth greatly in his commandments. Praise: Heb. Hallelujah
Psalms 113:1Praise ye the LORD. Praise, O ye servants of the LORD, praise the name of the LORD. Praise ye: Heb. Hallelujah
Psalms 113:9He maketh the barren woman to keep house, and to be a joyful mother of children. Praise ye the LORD. to keep: Heb. to dwell in an house
Psalms 115:17The dead praise not the LORD, neither any that go down into silence.
Psalms 115:18But we will bless the LORD from this time forth and for evermore. Praise the LORD.
Psalms 116:19In the courts of the LORD'S house, in the midst of thee, O Jerusalem. Praise ye the LORD.
Psalms 117:2For his merciful kindness is great toward us: and the truth of the LORD endureth for ever. Praise ye the LORD.
Psalms 118:5I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, and set me in a large place. in distress: Heb. out of distress
Psalms 118:14The LORD is my strength and song, and is become my salvation.
Psalms 118:17I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD.
Psalms 118:18The LORD hath chastened me sore: but he hath not given me over unto death.
Psalms 118:19Open to me the gates of righteousness: I will go into them, and I will praise the LORD:
Psalms 122:4Whither the tribes go up, the tribes of the LORD, unto the testimony of Israel, to give thanks unto the name of the LORD.
Psalms 130:3If thou, LORD, shouldest mark iniquities, O Lord, who shall stand?
Psalms 135:1Praise ye the LORD. Praise ye the name of the LORD; praise him, O ye servants of the LORD.
Psalms 135:3Praise the LORD; for the LORD is good: sing praises unto his name; for it is pleasant.
Psalms 135:4For the LORD hath chosen Jacob unto himself, and Israel for his peculiar treasure.
Psalms 135:21Blessed be the LORD out of Zion, which dwelleth at Jerusalem. Praise ye the LORD.
Psalms 146:1Praise ye the LORD. Praise the LORD, O my soul. Praise ye: Heb. Hallelujah
Psalms 146:10The LORD shall reign for ever, even thy God, O Zion, unto all generations. Praise ye the LORD.
Psalms 147:1Praise ye the LORD: for it is good to sing praises unto our God; for it is pleasant; and praise is comely.
Psalms 147:20He hath not dealt so with any nation: and as for his judgments, they have not known them. Praise ye the LORD.
Psalms 148:1Praise ye the LORD. Praise ye the LORD from the heavens: praise him in the heights. Praise ye the LORD. Praise: Heb. Hallelujah, etc
Psalms 148:14He also exalteth the horn of his people, the praise of all his saints; even of the children of Israel, a people near unto him. Praise ye the LORD.
Psalms 149:1Praise ye the LORD. Sing unto the LORD a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints. Praise: Heb. Halleluiah
Psalms 149:9To execute upon them the judgment written: this honour have all his saints. Praise ye the LORD.
Psalms 150:1Praise ye the LORD. Praise God in his sanctuary: praise him in the firmament of his power. Praise ye: Heb. Hallelujah
Psalms 150:6Let every thing that hath breath praise the LORD. Praise ye the LORD.
Isaiah3 verses
Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the LORD JEHOVAH is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation.
Isaiah 26:4Trust ye in the LORD for ever: for in the LORD JEHOVAH is everlasting strength: everlasting: Heb. the rock of ages
Isaiah 38:11I said, I shall not see the LORD, even the LORD, in the land of the living: I shall behold man no more with the inhabitants of the world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H3050 (Yâhh) mean?
Jah, the sacred name
How many times does H3050 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H3050 (יָהּ) appears in 45 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “LORD.”
How is Yâhh translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H3050 is rendered as “LORD” (48×), “JAH” (1×).
Where does the Hebrew word יָהּ come from?
contraction for H3068 (יְהֹוָה), and meaning the same;