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There's a name for God that doesn't get talked about nearly enough. And once you know the story behind it, you won't forget it. Nissi. Or more fully, Jehovah Nissi meaning "The Lord is My Banner." The name appears in Exodus 17, after a fierce battle between the Israelites and the Amalekites. Moses stood on a hill with his arms raised, and as long as his hands were lifted, Israel prevailed. When they dropped, the enemy gained ground. After the victory, Moses built an altar