The prophet's dictionary guide to the supernatural

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Gabriel to Gun

547. Gabriel—One of the angels named in Scripture. The other one is Michael. Gabriel was considered the herald or messenger angel. His name goes back to Sumerian times where vowels were not used. GBR, as the root of his name, meant “governor.” That would have made him the governor or ruler over Divine messengers and their institution. This title is consistent with the definition of the Hebrew word malak. See definition. 548. Gad—A) The name of the prophet, more seer, who served King David. He was a scribal prophet who supplied the king with wise counsel when David strayed from the ways of Jehovah. His scribal talents served the king as he recorded the acts of King David along with Samuel and Nathan. See 1 Chronicles 29:29. His name means “good fortune.” B) The name of the god of fortune. Always joined with Meni. Isaiah 65:11 nkjv. 549. Gaea—Born of chaos, the maternal wife of Uranus the sky god, also mother of the primal mother goddess. Refer to Mother Goddesses and Queen of Heaven. 550. Gaia—Name of the mother goddess of earth. Guardian of the oracles (prophecies) of Delphi. The main object of goddess religions. 551. Garland Wreaths—A floral crown worn as a sign of consecration and elevation to an elevated position. A symbol of honor to the god served by wearing the object. A divine statement of election and elevation. 552. Gate—In Bible symbology, gates were important. They were installed at the city entrance and were also used to guard castles. Typically, gates were built as defenses with towers. The purpose of the gate was to provide a movable barrier through which people could be screened and enter the city upon permission. Ancient gates were opened in the morning and locked at night and were the only way to lawfully enter the city. The most common gates were constructed with thick walls, double doors, and reinforcement bars. They usually had huge keys that the gatekeeper was to safeguard with his life. The guards