What are the names and titles of the Holy Spirit?

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The Holy Spirit is referred to by several names and titles in the Scriptures, reflecting His multifaceted role and nature: 1.⁠ ⁠*The Spirit*: As mentioned in 1 Corinthians 12:8, “To one there is given through the Spirit a message of wisdom.” This simple yet profound title emphasizes His divine essence and action. 2.⁠ ⁠*The Spirit of Truth*: Jesus refers to the Holy Spirit as the Spirit of Truth in John 16:13: “But when He, the Spirit of truth, comes, He will guide you into all the truth.” 3.⁠ ⁠*The Comforter*: In John 16:7, Jesus calls the Holy Spirit the Comforter (or Advocate): “But if I go, I will send Him to you.” This title highlights the Holy Spirit’s role in providing comfort and support to believers. Despite the many titles, these passages affirm the Holy Spirit’s unity and singularity: •⁠ ⁠*The Holy Spirit and the Comforter* are the same, as stated in John 14:26: “But the Comforter, the Holy Spirit.” •⁠ ⁠*The Comforter is the Spirit of Truth*, as seen in John 14:16-17: “And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Comforter to be with you forever—the Spirit of Truth.” Other titles of the Holy Spirit include: •⁠ ⁠*The Spirit of God*: John 1:32 describes Him descending as, “I saw the Spirit of God descending.” Romans 8:14 further affirms, “For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God.” •⁠ ⁠*The Spirit of the Father*: As Jesus says in Matthew 10:20, “For it will not be you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you.” •⁠ ⁠*The Spirit of the Lord*: Peter references this in Acts 5:9, asking, “How could you agree to test the Spirit of the Lord?” •⁠ ⁠*The Spirit of Christ and the Spirit of the Son*: Romans 8:9 states, “If anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, they do not belong to Christ.” Galatians 4:6 adds, “Because you are his sons, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts.” In addition to these, the Holy Spirit is also referred to as: •⁠ ⁠*The Spirit of Holiness*: Romans 1:4 refers to Him as, “the Spirit of Holiness.” •⁠ ⁠*The Spirit of Adoption*: Romans 8:15 speaks of Him as, “the Spirit of adoption to sonship.” •⁠ ⁠*The Spirit of Promise*: Ephesians 1:13 describes Him as, “the Holy Spirit of promise.” •⁠ ⁠*The Spirit of Revelation*: Ephesians 1:17 mentions, “the Spirit of wisdom and revelation.” •⁠ ⁠*The Spirit of Grace*: As stated in Hebrews 10:29, “and has insulted the Spirit of grace.” The Psalms and Prophets also contribute various titles: •⁠ ⁠*The Good Spirit*: As called in Psalms 143:10, “Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground.” •⁠ ⁠*The Spirit of Leadership*: Referenced in Psalms 51:12, “Grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.” •⁠ ⁠*The Spirit of Wisdom and Understanding*: Isaiah 11:2 speaks of Him as, “the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and might, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the Lord.” These diverse titles, while numerous, all point to the singular, living, and ever-present Holy Spirit, who exists eternally with the Father and the Son. Each title and name capture a distinct aspect of His work and relationship with humanity, yet they collectively underscore His unity and essential role in the divine nature and mission.

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