Worldwide, this is the most famous of all Hebrew words. But, do we know what it means? This word comes from the root A.M.N (Strong’s #539) and means "to be firmly planted in place" as in Isaiah 22:23 which speaks of a “nail fastened to a secure place.” The noun form, amen, pronounced ah-mehn, is used in the Biblical text by persons who are affirming a statement. In other words, they are saying “I am firmly agreeing with what has been said.” The next time you say "amen," think about what you are agreeing to.
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