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Dagan is an ancient and meaningful Hebrew name referring to grain crops and the seeds from which food is prepared. The name carries within it the essence of agricultural life and the deep connection of the Hebrew people to the land and its cultivation. In Biblical Hebrew, the word "dagan" appears numerous times as a symbol of abundance, blessing, and sustenance. The five types of grain recognized in Jewish tradition are wheat, barley, oats, spelt, and rye, and they form the basis for many commandments in Jewish law, including the separation of challah and blessings over food. The name Dagan expresses the inseparable connection between man and nature, between the people and their land. In ancient Hebrew culture, grain was not merely a source of physical nourishment but also a spiritual symbol of divine blessing and providence. The biblical phrase "grain, wine, and oil" represents the three primary sources of sustenance in the Land of Israel, with grain standing at the head of the list as the most basic and essential food. The name also carries meanings of hard work, patience, and anticipation of results - from sowing to harvest. In modern Israeli society, the name Dagan carries a unique character that combines ancient tradition with contemporary freshness. It suits parents seeking a short, strong, and meaningful name that expresses love for the land and nature. The name is particularly popular in the religious-Zionist sector and among families wishing to preserve the connection to the agricultural and biblical roots of the Jewish people. Dagan is a name that conveys stability, reliability, and connection to the earth - qualities considered positive and desirable in Israeli society. Bearers of this name are often perceived as practical, grounded individuals with a deep connection to traditional values while maintaining contemporary relevance.

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Deuteronomy 28:1-12 - And it shall be, if you diligently obey the voice of the Lord your God... the Lord will grant you abundant prosperity in the fruit of your womb, the fruit of your livestock, and the fruit of your ground... The Lord will open to you His good treasure, the heavens, to give the rain to your land in its season, and to bless all the work of your hand

In Kabbalah, grain symbolizes the divine flow of abundance and sustenance from the higher worlds to the physical realm. The name represents the Sefirah of Malchut, which receives abundance from the higher Sefirot and manifests it in the material world. Dagan is also connected to the concept of spiritual sowing and reaping - a person sows good deeds and commandments and reaps blessing and divine influence.

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Dagan Yavzori (Israeli actor) | Dagan Barak (journalist and military commentator) | Dagan Shochat (musician)

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