You could always say he. The Hebrew word for Spirit "ruach" and the Aramaic word that Jesus would have used "rucha" is a feminine word. Many Old Testament identifications or allegories associated with the Holy Spirit like Lady Wisdom of Proverbs, and the Shekinah glory are also feminine. The Holy Spirit lives in me and is the impetus behind this newsletter, and I am female, so I use She. But I also sometimes use He. But I also keep in mind that God is Spirit, and is neither a man nor a woman.
Alysia- Thanks for sharing this. It's been a while since I reviewed the philosophy of anchors, sea, and wind in these passages. So I'm glad you brought it up. Hope you're well this week. Cheers, -Thalia
You could always say he. The Hebrew word for Spirit "ruach" and the Aramaic word that Jesus would have used "rucha" is a feminine word. Many Old Testament identifications or allegories associated with the Holy Spirit like Lady Wisdom of Proverbs, and the Shekinah glory are also feminine. The Holy Spirit lives in me and is the impetus behind this newsletter, and I am female, so I use She. But I also sometimes use He. But I also keep in mind that God is Spirit, and is neither a man nor a woman.
The honesty touched me. We overcome by the blood and our testimonies. I am a recent graduate and at a crossroad atm. This gave me peace.
Alysia- Thanks for sharing this. It's been a while since I reviewed the philosophy of anchors, sea, and wind in these passages. So I'm glad you brought it up. Hope you're well this week. Cheers, -Thalia
I'm curious to know though Alysia, why "She" and not "He"?