אליאב

Eliav is an ancient biblical Hebrew name with profound spiritual and emotional significance. The name is composed of two elements: "Eli" - my God or God, and "Av" - father. The complete meaning of the name is "God is my father" or "my God is a father," expressing a deep belief in an intimate relationship with the Creator. The name embodies the biblical concept that the relationship with God is not merely one of awe and reverence, but also a warm familial bond of love, protection, and mutual care. Several important figures bearing the name Eliav appear in the Bible. The most prominent is Eliav son of Jesse, the eldest brother of King David. When the prophet Samuel arrived at Jesse's house to anoint the new king, he saw Eliav and thought in his heart that this must surely be the Lord's anointed, due to his impressive appearance and tall stature. However, God said to him: "Do not look at his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. For the Lord does not see as man sees; man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." This story became a famous parable about not judging by external appearance, emphasizing the importance of inner qualities over outer beauty. Another figure is Eliav son of Helon, the leader of the tribe of Zebulun in the wilderness, who was among the leaders of the people during Moses' time. Additionally, Eliav the Reubenite is mentioned, one of the sons of Reuben who participated in Korah's rebellion. The name Eliav carries an important educational and spiritual message. It reminds us that beyond our biological parents, we have a heavenly Father who cares for us and protects us. This is a name that encourages confidence, faith, and a sense of belonging to a greater purpose. In the modern era, the name Eliav has returned to fashion in Israel and has become a popular name that combines ancient tradition with a gentle and pleasant sound. Parents who choose this name express a desire to give their son a strong Jewish identity, connection to sources, and a sense of spiritual connection. The name is particularly suitable for families seeking an authentic biblical name that is not overly common, yet is neither foreign nor strange to the modern Israeli ear.

אֱלִיאָב

Eliav | Eliab | Eliyav

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1 Samuel 16:6 - And Samuel saw Eliab and said, 'Surely the Lord's anointed is before Him'

In Kabbalah, the name Eliav represents the connection between the highest sefirah (Keter) and the attribute of Chesed (loving-kindness). The heavenly father symbolizes the source of blessing and abundance, and the name indicates a soul connected to the divine source through a sense of sonship and belonging. The combination of "Eli" and "Av" teaches about unified duality - the personal and the universal, the near and the far, the revealed and the hidden.

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Eliav Ozan - Israeli musician and creator | Eliav Terman - Israeli actor and director | Eliav Golan - Israeli artist and sculptor

אליהו | אביאל | אביעד | אליעזר | אבינועם | אבירם | אביחי

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