CategoryDoctrine / Divine Name
Modern EquivalentYHWH; God’s covenant name.
KJV Word TypeDivine name / covenant term
DefinitionThe personal name of God in the Old Testament, often translated as "LORD" in the KJV in all capitals. It represents God’s covenant relationship with Israel.
Key Verses"And God said unto Moses, I AM THAT I AM." (Exodus 3:14); "The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want." (Psalm 23:1)
KJV Usage NoteIn all capitals, “LORD” usually represents the divine name YHWH rather than the general title “Lord.”
Common Misunderstanding“LORD” in all capitals is not merely a title; in KJV convention it usually represents the divine name YHWH.
EtymologyFrom Hebrew YHWH, the Tetragrammaton, often vocalized as Yahweh.