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Or-Yah is a compound and profound name that combines two central elements in Hebrew culture: "Or" - symbolizing both physical and spiritual light, and "Yah" - one of the shortened sacred names of God. The combination of these two components creates a name with deep spiritual meaning: "Light of God" or "God's Light." This name expresses the central idea in Judaism that God is the source of spiritual and moral light in the world, illuminating the path for humanity. The name carries a message of hope, faith, and optimism, reflecting parents who wish to give their child a strong spiritual identity connected to Jewish tradition. In Jewish tradition, light occupies a central place as a metaphor for wisdom, holiness, and divine closeness. Already in the act of creation, "And God said, Let there be light, and there was light" - light is the first creation, symbolizing the beginning of order and meaning in the world. The combination of "Or" with "Yah" strengthens the spiritual dimension and emphasizes that the source of true light is divine. Compound names with "Yah" were common in biblical times and later periods, expressing a personal and intimate connection with the Creator. Or-Yah is a name reminiscent of other biblical names like Uriah, Uriel, and Judah, but it creates a unique and special combination. As a contemporary name, Or-Yah reflects a trend in modern Israeli society to create new names that combine traditional elements in an original and creative way. Parents who choose this name seek to preserve the connection to Jewish tradition while creating a unique identity for their child. The name is particularly suitable for families who value spiritual principles and seek a name that expresses faith, inner light, and hope. Or-Yah is a name that can be given to both boys and girls, although in recent years it has been more common as a boys' name. The name carries a positive and encouraging message, reminding its bearer and their surroundings of the importance of being a source of light and hope in the world.

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Or-Yah | Orya | Oria

Boy and Girl

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Genesis 1:3 - And God said, Let there be light: and there was light

In Kabbalah, light symbolizes the divine light that flows from the upper Sefirot and illuminates the lower worlds. The combination with "Yah" directly connects the name bearer to the source of infinite light. The name expresses the idea that every soul is a divine spark, part of the supreme light, and its purpose is to illuminate the world in its unique way.

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