Who was Jehovah to the Jews?

Jehovah, often referred to as Yahweh, is the name of God in the Hebrew Bible and is central to Jewish belief. He is seen as the creator of the universe, the one who made a covenant with the Israelites, and the source of moral law. Jews view Jehovah as transcendent yet immanent, actively involved in their history and personal lives. His attributes include being compassionate, just, and merciful, and He is worshipped through prayer, rituals, and adherence to the commandments.