10. Hesed (Top Ten Hebrew Words Every Christian Should Know)

This series was created for RightNow Media and is the only set of videos currently on my channel that I am required to keep behind a paywall. But the paywall is very short, knee high. You could join at the lowest level and watch them all before a month is out!

STUDY QUESTIONS

1. What are some of the common ways of translating *hesed* in the English Standard Version, as explained in the video?

“Steadfast love,” “kindness,” “mercy,” “favor,” and “loyalty,” depending on the context.

2. Who showed *hesed* in the Old Testament, according to the video?

Boaz and Ruth, among others—including God himself.

3. Did any of the principles of language used in this course teach you something you did not know before? Did any of them seem initially suspect but prove to be true and useful over the course of the series? Answers will vary.

4. Who has shown you *hesed*?

Answers will vary. Responses might focus on those who showed loyal love or kindness even it was not strictly required. Responses might especially point to the loyal love and kindness of God, who stays true to his promises even when we show ourselves to be undeserving.

5. To whom have you ever shown *hesed*?

Answers will vary. Responses might focus on showing loyal love or kindness even it was not strictly required.