Dictionary

N

Nazarite

From the Hebrew “nazir” meaning “consecrated” or “separated.” In the plates of brass this seems to be a term for those that give a portion of their lives to God, while in the Old Testament it appears to be one who gives their whole lives to God. Samson even stated “I have been a Nazarite unto God from my mother's womb,” though this may merely be stating that he never in his live cut his hair (Judges 16:17). Some see Mark 14:25 and Luke 22:15–18 as evidence that Jesus was a Nazarite or that He vow before His crucifixion. 
See 4 Moses 35, Numbers 6:1–21

Nephesh

See Soul.

Nephilim

Hebrew, “the fallen.” This refers to those that know the truth and have not only fallen from that truth but seek to cause others to fall. Examples: Lilith, Cain, or Korihor; the children of man that had been children of Elohim but turned away. This term may be an early term for “antichrist,” or “perdition.”

Netzach

Hebrew, “Eternity.” Netzach is one of the “tactical” Sefirot. Its purpose is not directed towards itself, but rather to assist in another work. We saw this in Moses’ earthly ministry when he led the Israelites out of bondage, but not into the promised land. This Sefirot marks a turning point, we may change to act as free agents for God rather than salves to sin. Netzach marks endurance, the patience to follow through on your passions without being overcome by them (40 days in the wilderness). It is leadership, bringing others to a cause and motivating them to act. Netzach answers the questions: How shall mankind receive God’s message? How can God’s will be done effectively? For it was Moses that brought us the Law and the Torah. Netzach teaches us strength, endurance, long-suffering, strength, and patience. 
See Book of Remembrance 29:11, 33:22-23.

New and everlasting covenant

A covenant written and sealed upon our hearts, binding the earth and heaven to bring the heavens to the earth. This term is used to describe our salvation and exaltation through the Atonement of Christ. The first principles and ordinances of the new and everlasting covenant are: faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, repentance in His name, baptism by immersion for the remission of sins, the laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost, and the Lord’s Supper. 
We take the Sacrament of Communion “to renew the New and Everlasting Covenant, in fellowship with the Saints of Zion” (Doctrines of the Saints 15f:6). Not to be confused with the Holy Spirit of Promise. 
See Doctrines of the Saints 17a:28. See also Covenant, and Everlasting Covenant.

Nimrod or Enmer Kar

The son of Cush, great-grandson of Noah. Although the Bible is silent, he may possibly be the ancient and legendary Sumerian king, “Enmerkar.” NMR in Sumerian is the same as NMR in Hebrew, Nimrod. “Kar” means “hunter,” making his name “Enmer the hunter.” Nimrod means “Rebel” in Hebrew and Nimrod is known as a mighty hunter. 
The inspired translation of NMR in the plates of brass is Enmer Kar, and later changed to Nimrod. 
See 1 Moses 15-20; Genesis 10:8-10; 1 Chronicles 1:10; Either 1:22 RAV, 2:1 OPV.

Nisan

See Abib.

Noah's ark

Hebrew, “tebah,” meaning “box” or “chest.” The vessel used in the flood narrative. This story is told or mentioned in 1 Moses, Genesis, The New Testament, the Book of Mormon, and the Quran. It can also be found in a number of apocryphal tetes as well. This story has struck much controversy as no physical evidence of the Ark has been found. This has led to speciation of a global flood, a local flood, and no flood. 
In Kabbalah the flood is symbolic, washing away egotistical desires. The structure of the Ark and the act of the flood is relative to Temple worship. The ark is built with three decks, like the three divisions of the Tabernacle.

Nun/50

Nun (or Nuun) is the fourteenth letter of the Hebrew Alphabet. It signifies the number 50, and in its final form represents 700. Nun is a symbol of both faithfulness and the reward for faithfulness, new spiritual birth, coming out of the waters of Mem. 
Nun stands for humility, as it is bent both above and below. It represents the soul Neshama, the heavenly spark housed in the earthly container of the body. Nuun means “fish” in Arabic, Nun can be thought of then as the fish that swims in the waters of the Torah, represented by Mem. Connected to fertility, continuity and the ability to increase and multiply, Nun brings us out of the waters of rebirth and onto growth in Grace. 
Nun also represents the 50 Gates of Wisdom of Binah, indicating the constant presence and the humility of the soul. Like the letter Nun, the soul is bent as a person in prayer, humble constantly giving light but staying hidden. Thus Nun us to be bound to the will of the Creator, not our own Egoism. We must bend to God in the things spiritual (above) and worldly (below). Through Nun we better learn to be supple and flexible, like the fish, and not to be resistant to change. Nun reminds us to listing to our Neshama, through which the Creator is always present in us.