# fear, afraid, fear of Yahweh

## Definition

The terms "fear" and "afraid" refer to the unpleasant feeling a person has when there is a threat of harm to himself or others.

* The term "fear" can also refer to a deep respect and awe for a person in authority.
* The term "fear of Yahweh" (and related terms, "fear of God" and "fear of the Lord") refers to deeply respecting God and showing that respect by obeying him. This fear is motivated by knowing that God is holy and hates sin.
* The Bible teaches that a person who fears Yahweh will become wise.


## Translation Suggestions



* Depending on the context, "to fear" can be translated as "to be afraid" or "to deeply respect" or "to revere" or "to be in awe of."
* The term "afraid" could be translated as "terrified" or "scared" or "fearful."
* The sentence, "The fear of God fell on all of them" could be translated as, "Suddenly they all felt a deep awe and respect for God" or "Immediately, they all felt very amazed and revered God deeply" or "Right then, they all felt very afraid of God