Who was Immanuel?

God with us

The story of Immanuel

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Immanuel, also known as Emmanuel, is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Te…
Immanuel - Immanuel, also known as Emmanuel, is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Te…

Immanuel, also known as Emmanuel, is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament. He is best known for being the prophesied Messiah of the Jewish people. He is also known as the Prince of Peace and the Son of God. Immanuel was born to the Virgin Mary and Joseph in Bethlehem. He had no siblings. His life was marked by a series of miracles, including turning water into wine, healing the sick, and raising the dead. He also preached the gospel of love and forgiveness, and performed many other acts of kindness. Immanuel is best known for his crucifixion and resurrection. He was betrayed by Judas Iscariot and arrested by the Roman authorities. He was then sentenced to death by crucifixion. After his death, he rose from the dead and ascended into heaven. Immanuel is remembered for his teachings of love and forgiveness, and for his sacrifice for the sins of mankind. He is also remembered for his miracles and for his resurrection, which is celebrated by Christians around the world.

Name meaning

The name Immanuel is of Hebrew origin and means "God is with us" or "God with us." It holds significant religious and cultural importance, particularly in Christianity, where it is associated with the prophecy of the coming of the Messiah, as mentioned in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Isaiah and the Gospel of Matthew. The name conveys a sense of divine presence and reassurance.

Name origin

Hebrew

First mention

Isaiah 7:14

Appearances in the Bible

2 mentions

Immanuel in the Bible

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Isaiah

Chapter 7

God's Promise to King Ahaz

In Isaiah 7, King Ahaz of Judah is faced with a military threat from two neighboring kingdoms. Isaiah is sent by God to ...

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Isaiah

Chapter 8

Trusting in God's Plan

In Isaiah chapter 8, God instructs Isaiah to write on a large scroll the words "Maher-shalal-hash-baz," which means "qui...

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