Names of God explanation - El Elyon

The Most High God

Use in the Bible:
In the Old Testament El Elyon occurs 28 times. It occurs 19 times in Psalms. El Elyon is first used in Gen 14:18

Variant spellings: None

In the Septuagint:
ho theos ho hupsistos - the God most high

Meaning and Derivation:
El is another name that is translated as "God" and can be used in conjunction with other words to designate various aspects of God's character. Elyon literally means "Most High" and is used both adjectivally and substantivally throughout the Old Testament. It expresses the extreme sovereignty and majesty of God and His highest preeminence. When the two words are combined - El Elyon - it can be translated as "the most exalted God."(Psalms 57:2)

Further references :
"Genesis 14:18 ; Genesis 14:19 ; Genesis 14:20 ; Genesis 14:22 ; Psalms 57:2 ; Psalms 78:35 "

Author: Eric Brou; App: "Les noms de Dieu"