Welcome to FaithTime’s Bible Glossary. Here you’ll find clear, biblically grounded explanations for key Bible terms beginning with the letter Y, along with Scripture references and simple insights to help grow your knowledge and spiritual life.
Yahweh / Jehovah
Definition: The personal name of God in the Old Testament, emphasizing His eternal existence and covenant faithfulness.
Scripture Reference: Exodus 3:15
Simple Meaning: God is self-existent, eternal, and faithful to His promises.
Year of Jubilee
Definition: A special year every 50 years when slaves were freed, debts forgiven, and land restored.
Scripture Reference: Leviticus 25:10
Simple Meaning: Demonstrates God’s justice, mercy, and provision for restoration.
Young Men / Youth
Definition: Refers to young believers or leaders in Scripture, often encouraged to live holy and faithful lives.
Scripture Reference: 1 Timothy 4:12
Simple Meaning: God calls young people to be examples in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity.
Yoke
Definition: A wooden harness connecting two animals; metaphorically, submission, burden, or guidance.
Scripture Reference: Matthew 11:29–30
Simple Meaning: Christ offers a light yoke, providing rest for the soul through submission to Him.
Yield / Surrender
Definition: Giving oneself fully to God’s will and purpose.
Scripture Reference: Romans 12:1
Simple Meaning: Spiritual surrender brings transformation and aligns life with God’s plan.
Yoke-Breaker
Definition: A term describing God freeing people from oppression, sin, or bondage.
Scripture Reference: Isaiah 10:27
Simple Meaning: God liberates and restores those who trust in Him.
Young Lions
Definition: Often symbolizes strength, courage, or potential for growth; can refer to both literal lions and people.
Scripture Reference: Psalm 34:10
Simple Meaning: God sustains the strong and the weak who rely on Him.
Yahweh Shalom
Definition: God’s name meaning “The Lord is Peace.”
Scripture Reference: Judges 6:24
Simple Meaning: God provides peace amid fear, conflict, and uncertainty.
Yearly Festivals
Definition: Annual celebrations commanded by God, such as Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles.
Scripture Reference: Leviticus 23:1–44
Simple Meaning: Festivals remind believers of God’s provision, redemption, and covenant faithfulness.
Yoke of Sin
Definition: The burden of living in rebellion against God.
Scripture Reference: Romans 6:6
Simple Meaning: Christ breaks the power of sin, freeing believers to live righteously.
Yahweh Rapha
Definition: God’s name meaning “The Lord Who Heals.”
Scripture Reference: Exodus 15:26
Simple Meaning: God heals spiritually, emotionally, and physically those who trust Him.
Yearning / Desire for God
Definition: Deep longing for God’s presence, guidance, and righteousness.
Scripture Reference: Psalm 42:1
Simple Meaning: Spiritual yearning draws believers closer to God’s heart.
Youthful Zeal
Definition: Energetic devotion and passion for serving God.
Scripture Reference: Ecclesiastes 11:9
Simple Meaning: God honors enthusiasm used wisely for His glory.
Yahatz
Definition: Passover ritual breaking middle matzah, symbolizing Messiah’s broken body.
Scripture Reference: Echoes 1 Corinthians 11:24 (broken for you)
Simple Meaning: Yahatz foreshadows Christ’s sacrifice uniting past and future redemption.
Yahdum
Definition: Silent waiting before God, as Job humbled before whirlwind.
Scripture Reference: Job 40:4
Simple Meaning: Yahdum teaches reverence silences human arguments before divine majesty.
Yair
Definition: Gilead judge whose thirty sons ruled thirty cities faithfully.
Scripture Reference: Judges 10:4
Simple Meaning: Yair shows God multiplies faithful stewardship across generations.
Yam Suf
Definition: Red Sea where Israel passed through on dry ground.
Scripture Reference: Exodus 14:21
Simple Meaning: Yam Suf reveals God’s miraculous deliverance through impossible barriers.
Yannay
Definition: Levite musician leading temple praise processions.
Scripture Reference: 1 Chronicles 24:5 (priestly divisions)
Simple Meaning: Yannay pictures joyful worship leading God’s people.
Yarkon
Definition: River marking Dan tribe boundary, source of refreshment.
Scripture Reference: Joshua 19:46
Simple Meaning: Yarkon shows God provides living waters at inheritance borders.
Yashuv
Definition: Isaiah’s son meaning “he will return,” promising restoration.
Scripture Reference: Isaiah 7:3
Simple Meaning: Yashuv foreshadows God’s faithful return to repentant remnant.
Yavneh
Definition: Philistine city where God judged Israel’s compromise.
Scripture Reference: Joshua 15:11
Simple Meaning: Yavneh warns partial obedience invites enemy presence.
Yehud
Definition: Persian province name for post-exilic Judah under God’s care.
Scripture Reference: Nehemiah 7:6
Simple Meaning: Yehud pictures God’s preservation through foreign dominion.
Yiron
Definition: Asher border town symbolizing complete territorial inheritance.
Scripture Reference: Joshua 19:28
Simple Meaning: Yiron marks God’s perfect boundaries for His people.
Yahaz
Definition: Moabite town conquered during Israel’s journey to Canaan.
Scripture Reference: Numbers 21:23
Simple Meaning: Yahaz shows God removes barriers to promised inheritance.
Yakob
Definition: Hezekiah’s steward overseeing temple treasury restoration.
Scripture Reference: 2 Kings 18:18
Simple Meaning: Yakob models faithful administration during spiritual renewal.
Yamin
Definition: Benjaminite warrior joining David’s mighty men.
Scripture Reference: 1 Chronicles 12:2
Simple Meaning: Yamin pictures tribal unity serving God’s anointed king.
Yanoah
Definition: Northern Judah border town marking inheritance limits.
Scripture Reference: Joshua 15:11
Simple Meaning: Yanoah reveals God precisely defines covenant territory.
Yaphia
Definition: Canaanite king defeated by Joshua’s obedience.
Scripture Reference: Joshua 12:17
Simple Meaning: Yaphia proves no enemy withstands God’s command.
Yarah
Definition: Levite scribe teaching God’s law to post-exilic remnant.
Scripture Reference: Nehemiah 8:7
Simple Meaning: Yarah shows God restores through faithful teachers.
Yasheb
Definition: Zebulun town blessed with prosperous tribal location.
Scripture Reference: Joshua 19:13
Simple Meaning: Yasheb pictures God strategically places His people.
Yattir
Definition: Levitical city of refuge in Judah’s hill country.
Scripture Reference: Joshua 21:14
Simple Meaning: Yattir provides sanctuary for the repentant manslayer.
Yaziz
Definition: Wilderness well where Saul recovered strength.
Scripture Reference: 1 Samuel 15:5 (contextual recovery)
Simple Meaning: Yaziz symbolizes God’s refreshment for kingdom warriors.
Yod
Definition: Smallest Hebrew letter symbolizing God’s perfect law.
Scripture Reference: Psalm 119:73 (Your hands made me)
Simple Meaning: Yod teaches every detail of Scripture matters eternally.
