Amen
/ˈɑː.mɛn/noun
An expression of agreement or confirmation, often used at the end of prayers.
Did you know?The word 'Amen' has been used for millennia, tracing back to ancient Hebrew meaning 'to be firm or faithful,' invoking a sense of divine truth and affirmation.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Semitic
Proto-Semitic
ʔāmān
“To be firm, reliable, or trustworthy.”
Ancient Hebrew
Hebrew
אָמֵן (ʾāmēn)
“A declaration of truth, meaning 'so be it' or 'truly'.”
Early Christianity
Greek
ἀμήν (amēn)
“Used in liturgical contexts to affirm faith and truth.”
Old English
Old English
Amen
“Adopted into Christian prayers and texts, retaining its affirmational role.”
Modern English
English
Amen
“Used widely in religious and secular contexts to signify agreement or closure.”