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בת קול


Meaning of the name בת קול

Bat Kol is a rare and exceptionally unique feminine name with profound spiritual significance in Jewish culture. The literal meaning of "Bat Kol" is "daughter of a voice" or "echo of a voice," but its spiritual and theological meaning runs much deeper. In Jewish tradition, Bat Kol refers to a divine voice heard from heaven, a type of heavenly revelation or message that came after the era of prophecy ended. When prophecy ceased in Israel, Bat Kol remained as a means of communication between heaven and earth, a subtle and mysterious voice that conveyed important messages during times of crisis or when fateful decisions needed to be made. In the Talmud and Midrashim, there are numerous references to Bat Kol, described as a voice heard in holy places, at special times, delivering messages to sages and righteous individuals. For example, the Talmud recounts Bat Kol announcing the greatness of certain scholars, choosing between different halachic opinions, and determining people's destinies. This voice is described as gentle, almost whispering, different from the thunderous divine voice heard at Mount Sinai. Bat Kol represents the continuity of divine connection even after direct prophecy ceased, symbolizing the possibility of deep spiritual communication with the Creator. The name Bat Kol carries dimensions of mystery, spirituality, and unique sensitivity. It is particularly suitable for families seeking a name with deep meaning, one that connects heaven and earth, linking the glorious past with the present. Choosing this name reflects a desire to give a daughter a unique spiritual identity, emphasizing connection to ancient Jewish tradition and values of listening, sensitivity, and spiritual insight. The name Bat Kol reminds us that sometimes the most important messages come in subtle and unexpected ways, and that listening to one's inner and spiritual voice is an important virtue.

The name בת קול with vowels

בַּת קוֹל

The name בת קול in English

Bat Kol | Bat-Kol | Batkol

בת קול is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name בת קול considered international

No

Origin of the name בת קול from the Bible

Ezekiel 1:25 - And there was a voice from above the firmament that was over their heads

Origin of the name בת קול from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, Bat Kol represents the Sefirah of Malchut, the connection between the upper and lower worlds. It symbolizes divine speech manifesting in our world in a gentle and refined form, linking the dimension of the Shechinah with the soul of the listening person.

Gematria value for the name בת קול

538

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2

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400

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100

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6

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30

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Numerology value for the name בת קול

7

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2

ב

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400

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100

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6

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30

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538

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5

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3

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8

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16

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1

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6

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7

Famous people named בת קול

Bat Kol, Israeli singer and creator | Bat Kol Levi, multidisciplinary artist

Names similar to בת קול

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