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Binyamina is a unique Hebrew feminine name that serves as the female form of the biblical name Benjamin, carrying with it profound historical and emotional significance. The name derives from the Hebrew root 'ben yamin', meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'son of the south', symbolizing a position of honor, importance, and specialness within the family. Benjamin was the youngest and most beloved son of Jacob the Patriarch, born to his cherished wife Rachel after years of longing and prayer, and his name expresses the joy and blessing he brought with him. The feminine form Binyamina carries all these meanings and gives them a delicate and feminine expression. The name Binyamina gained special popularity during the First and Second Aliyah periods to the Land of Israel, when it symbolized the deep connection to biblical roots and Hebrew tradition. The name was chosen by many families who sought to commemorate the biblical heritage and give their daughters a name with historical and cultural significance. Additionally, the name is inseparably connected to the moshava (agricultural settlement) Binyamina, founded in 1922 in the Hefer Valley, which was named in honor of Baron Edmond de Rothschild, known as 'the Famous Benefactor', whose Hebrew name was Benjamin. The settlement became a symbol of Jewish settlement and national renewal, and the name Binyamina acquired an additional meaning of pioneering spirit and regeneration. Today, the name Binyamina is considered rare and special, carrying with it an aroma of nostalgia and traditionalism. It suits parents seeking a name with deep meaning, historical and biblical connection, and a melodious and pleasant sound. The name conveys a sense of family warmth, belonging to the people and the land, and testifies to a deep connection to Jewish cultural heritage. Women bearing the name Binyamina are often perceived as having strong and independent characters, with a deep sense of belonging to family and tradition, and with the ability to combine traditional values with innovation and contemporaneity.

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Binyamina | Biniamina | Benyamina

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Genesis 35:18 - And it came to pass, as her soul was departing, for she died, that she called his name Ben-oni; but his father called him Benjamin

In Kabbalah, the name Binyamina is connected to the Sefirah of Malchut (Kingdom) and symbolizes the divine presence in the physical world. The name carries energy of connection between heaven and earth, between spirituality and practicality, and represents the ability to receive blessing and transmit it to others.

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Binyamina Eliaz - Social and community activist | Binyamina Cohen - Writer and poet from the Second Aliyah period

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