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Ido is an ancient and distinctive Hebrew name with deep biblical roots and multifaceted significance. The name appears in the Bible in several contexts, most notably as Iddo, the head of the community of Casiphia, an important figure during the return to Zion. This Iddo sent Levites and temple servants to Jerusalem, playing a central role in the establishment of the Second Temple. The name carries meanings of spiritual leadership, connection to tradition, and concern for the spiritual future of the people. Additionally, Chronicles mentions Iddo the Seer, a prophet who lived during the reigns of King Solomon and Jehoshaphat, one of the prophets whose words were recorded in ancient writings that have not survived to our time. The name Ido embodies a spirit of renewal and regeneration. It expresses the idea of a new generation, a fresh beginning, and a connection between the glorious past and the promising future. In Hebrew, the root of the name is connected to concepts of testimony, witness, and appointed time - all emphasizing the importance of time, historical moments, and living testimony to tradition. Ido is a name that bridges generations, connecting ancient history with the present, reminding us that we are part of a greater historical continuum. The name is particularly popular among families seeking an original name that is short and easy to pronounce, yet carries deep meaning and historical roots. In modern culture, the name Ido has gained renewed popularity in Israel throughout the twentieth century and to this day. It is perceived as a contemporary and youthful name, while simultaneously carrying all the richness of Jewish tradition. Interestingly, there is a fascinating connection between the name and the Ido language - an artificial international language developed in the late 19th century as a successor to Esperanto. In Ido, the word "ido" means "offspring" or "descendant," adding another layer of meaning to the name - the idea of continuity, of the future generation, of the potential inherent in the younger generation. This combination of antiquity and modernity makes Ido a unique name, suitable for children whose parents seek a balance between tradition and innovation, between roots and creative freedom.

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Ido | Iddo

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Ezra 8:15-17 - And I gathered them together to the river that runneth to Ahava; and there we encamped three days; and I viewed the people, and the priests, and found there none of the sons of Levi. Then sent I for Eliezer, for Ariel, for Shemaiah, and for Elnathan, and for Jarib, and for Elnathan, and for Nathan, and for Zechariah, and for Meshullam, chief men; also for Joiarib, and for Elnathan, men of understanding. And I sent them with commandment unto Iddo the chief at the place Casiphia

In Kabbalah, the name Ido symbolizes the connection between worlds - the world of action (Asiyah) and the world of formation (Yetzirah). The name carries the energy of spiritual renewal, of living testimony to ancient tradition, and of the ability to serve as a bridge between generations. It expresses the power of spiritual continuity and the importance of transmitting tradition to future generations.

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Ido Geno - Israeli actor | Ido Mosseri - Former Israeli footballer | Ido Ronen - Israeli musician and composer | Ido Netanyahu - Physician and brother of Benjamin Netanyahu

עידו | עדו | עודד | עדי | אדיר

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