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According to Shawn's teaching, the name of God, often referred to as the Tetragrammaton containing the letters YHWH, holds a profound significance and is often considered too sacred to pronounce by many, especially within Jewish traditions. In Scripture, God's name is sometimes translated as "the LORD," but it lacks vowels due to ancient Hebrew language rules, leading to varying pronunciations such as Yahweh or Jehovah, sparking ongoing debates about its true pronunciation and relevance in different religious contexts.

The teaching by Shawn discusses the challenges surrounding the pronunciation and understanding of God's name, traditionally represented by the four letters "YHWH", reflecting on how historical actions, such as those of Ancient Israel and the creation of the Masoretic Text, have influenced modern interpretations and knowledge of sacred texts. Emphasizing the role of Yeshua's teachings and the Septuagint, Shawn highlights the importance of seeking genuine understanding beyond cultural and textual constraints to grasp the light of truth that should shine universally.

The teaching emphasizes that the Masoretes, between 500 and 1000 AD, created a version of the Hebrew Bible with a unique system of vowel points and punctuation, which diverged from the earlier Septuagint used by Yeshua and influenced many modern Bible translations like the Latin Vulgate and the King James Version. It challenges the reliance on this translation by highlighting the negative historical relationship between early Jewish leaders and Christianity and underscores the importance of vowels in language, exemplified by differences in English words.

When examining the pronunciation of God's name in ancient texts, it is argued that "YHVH" should be pronounced "Yahvah" rather than "Yahweh," due to historical linguistic changes where ancient Jews pronounced the "Vav" as a "V" and obscured the pronunciation with the influence of Masoretic teachings. Additionally, the Masoretic Text has several differences from the earlier Septuagint, such as starting from corrupted texts, using a different alphabet, and adding vowel points absent in the original, which may obscure divine references and scriptural truths.

The proper pronunciation of God's name, "YAHAVAH," reveals deeper meanings through its components, emphasizing connections to breath, life, fatherhood, and love, essential aspects of understanding God's character in biblical texts. The name YAHAVAH embodies God's essence as a life-giving spirit, reflecting the breath of life and showcasing the intrinsic link between God's name and love, thus underscoring its significance and the importance of correct pronunciation in preserving its intended impact.

Shawn teaches that God embodies life, breath, and love, as encapsulated in His name Yahavah, which highlights fundamental attributes such as love and life, contrasting the Gnostic idea of God as a destroyer. John's epistles emphasize that true understanding of God focuses on love (Ahavah) rather than misinterpretations of his character, encouraging believers to recognize and manifest God's name and essence through love and life.

Shawn teaches that the name long intended to be known for thousands of years is YAHAVAH, distinguishing it from names like Yehovah, Jehovah, Yehovim, or Yahweh. He encourages sharing this understanding widely and invites discussions during a specified timeframe.