El-shaddai -

: A generic Semitic word for "God," signifying power, might, and authority.

(Hebrew: אֵל שַׁדַּי) is one of the most prominent names for God in the Hebrew Bible. Most commonly translated as "God Almighty," the name carries deep theological layers of strength, provision, and nurturing. 📖 Biblical Origins & Meaning El-Shaddai

: Some connect it to the Hebrew word shad (meaning "breast"), portraying God as a source of comfort, sustenance, and life-giving nourishment, much like a mother to her child. ✨ Cultural Impact & The Song : A generic Semitic word for "God," signifying

In modern culture, the name is widely recognized due to the 1981 worship song written by Michael Card and John Thompson. 📖 Biblical Origins & Meaning : Some connect

The name first appears in , when God speaks to a 99-year-old Abraham to confirm His covenant: "I am El Shaddai; walk before me faithfully and be blameless."

: The song blends Hebrew names—including El Elyon (God Most High) and Adonai (Lord)—to recount God's faithfulness from the sacrifice of Isaac to the coming of Christ. ⚖️ Key Characteristics

: It is used specifically in contexts where God makes or reinforces a covenant, even when the circumstances (like Abraham's old age) seem impossible.