The Mystery Of The Alpha & Omega | Jonathan Cahn Sermon
The Mystery Of The Alpha & Omega | Jonathan Cahn Sermon
The Hebrew letter Tav represents the end—the final, the last. It is the last letter of the Hebrew alphabet, symbolizing completion. But what is the cross? The cross signifies the ultimate ending: the end of the old, the end of sin, and the final point of all things. It is both the conclusion and the highest point.
In one profound moment in Scripture, God identifies Himself using letters of the alphabet. This happens in the last book of the Bible, in its final chapter. In Revelation, God declares:
This declaration connects with another powerful verse from Isaiah 44:6:
In the final chapter of the Bible, God does not simply say He is the First and the Last—He identifies Himself with letters: Alpha and Omega, the first and last letters of the Greek alphabet. Since the New Testament was written in Greek, these letters symbolize God’s eternal nature—from the beginning to the end. In modern terms, it is as if God were saying, “I am the A and the Z.”
The Deeper Meaning of the Tav
For God to use letters to define His identity is no small matter. He does nothing lightly; He understands the significance of everything, including the alphabet. The letter Omega (Ω) in Greek developed from an older letter Omicron (Ο), which also made an “O” sound. However, Omega was a fuller, greater “O,” often called the “mega O” (hence, Omega).
When Hebrew-speaking believers in the early centuries read Alpha and Omega, they would have connected it to their own alphabet. The Hebrew equivalent would be:
Tav is the Hebrew equivalent of Omega—the last letter of the alphabet. This connection holds deep significance, as Hebrew contains many hidden mysteries. One of these involves the Hebrew word “Et” (את), which consists of the first and last letters of the Hebrew alphabet: Aleph (א) and Tav (ת).
The Mystery of “Et” (את)
In Hebrew grammar, the word “Et” is used as a direct object marker. It appears in the very first verse of the Bible:
Although “Et” has no direct translation in English, it mysteriously appears throughout the Bible. Every time a direct object is mentioned, “Et” is there. What makes this fascinating is that “Et” contains the first and last letters of the Hebrew alphabet—Aleph and Tav—the very letters God uses to identify Himself!
This reveals a profound truth: God is in everything. He is the beginning and the end of creation—the heavens, the earth, and every action we take. His presence is embedded in the language itself.
Aleph: The Strength and the Sacrifice
The letter Aleph (א) carries deep meaning. It represents an ox, which in Hebrew signifies strength and power. However, the ox was also used as a sacrificial animal. This means that when God says, “I am the Aleph,” He is declaring Himself as both the source of strength and the ultimate sacrifice.
Tav: The Mark and the Cross
The letter Tav (ת) means mark, sign, or symbol. In ancient Hebrew script, Tav was written in a shape resembling a cross. This is deeply significant—because when God declares, “I am the Aleph and the Tav,” He is not only saying He is the beginning and the end, but He is also pointing to the cross as the ultimate sign of His plan.
Conclusion
From Genesis to Revelation, God’s identity is woven into the very fabric of language. He is the Aleph and the Tav, the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. The Tav—the final letter—points to the cross, where all things are completed. And yet, the cross is not just an ending—it is the doorway to a new beginning in Christ.
This version improves readability, clarity, and SEO effectiveness while maintaining the original meaning. Let me know if you’d like any refinements!
