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# Yahweh of hosts, God of hosts

## Definition

The term "host" or "hosts" is a word that refers to a large number of something, such as an army of people or the massive number of stars.

* Older versions of the English Bible use the term "hosts" to refer to angels, armies, and stars.
* The expression "Yahweh of hosts" or "God of hosts" is a title that expresses God's authority over the thousands of angels who obey him.
* The phrase "host of heaven" refers to all the stars, planets and other heavenly bodies.


## Translation Suggestions



* Ways to translate the title "Yahweh of hosts" or "God of hosts" could include, "Yahweh, who rules all the angels" or "God, the ruler over armies of angels."