11: Qadishat Ruhha — ܩܕܝܫܬ ܪܘܚܐ

1. Term: Qadishat Ruhha — ܩܕܝܫܬ ܪܘܚܐ

Pronunciation: qad-EE-shet roo-KHA
Meaning: Holy Spirit; the sanctifying Spirit of God.

2. Biblical Usage:

  • Used in the Peshitta and Syriac Christian writings to denote the third Person of the Trinity.
  • Associated with inspiration, sanctification, and divine empowerment.

3. Example Verse:

  • John 14:26 — “Shmaya d’ruha qadishtha” (Spirit of the Holy Spirit)
  • Acts 1:8 — References the coming of the Holy Spirit to empower the disciples.

4. Theological Significance:

  • Qadishat Ruhha is central to Syriac pneumatology and liturgy.
  • Emphasizes the Spirit’s role in the life of the church and believer’s sanctification.
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