ידין

The name Yadin is a rare and distinctive biblical Hebrew name carrying profound meanings of justice and judgment. The root of the name is 'D-Y-N' (דין), which appears throughout the Bible in contexts of judgment, law, and justice. The word 'Yadin' appears in future tense form, meaning 'he will judge' or 'he will render judgment'. The name conveys an aura of moral authority, social responsibility, and the ability to discern between right and wrong. In the Bible, the name is primarily associated with Jacob's blessing to his son Dan, where it is stated 'Dan will judge his people' (Dan yadin amo). This blessing grants the tribe of Dan a role of leadership and judgment, expressing the moral and social responsibility placed upon them. The name Yadin thus represents not merely the act of judging itself, but also the heavy responsibility and moral capacity required of a judge. In Hebrew culture, a judge is not simply one who decides legal matters, but also a spiritual and moral leader who guides the people on the path of righteousness. The name Yadin also carries a universal dimension of divine justice. In Jewish tradition, God Himself is called 'the true Judge' and 'Judge of all the earth'. The name Yadin reminds us that human justice should strive to emulate divine justice - justice that is absolute, true, and impartial. Bearers of the name Yadin are often perceived as having a particularly developed sense of justice, as people who stand by their principles and do not compromise on matters of morality and values. They tend to be upright, trustworthy individuals with high moral integrity. The name bestows upon its bearer a sense of calling - to be a voice of justice in the world, to stand beside the weak and fight injustice. This is a name particularly suited for families who value social justice, civic responsibility, and moral leadership.

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Yadin | Yaden | Jadin

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Genesis 49:16 - Dan shall judge his people, as one of the tribes of Israel

In Kabbalah, the name Yadin represents the attribute of judgment (Midat HaDin) - one of the seven divine attributes. The name is connected to the Sefirah of Gevurah, expressing strength, discipline, and discernment. Bearers of the name are perceived as having the ability to distinguish between truth and falsehood, between good and evil, and to judge righteously. The name carries an energy of supreme spiritual and moral responsibility.

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Yigael Yadin - archaeologist and scholar of the Dead Sea Scrolls | Yadin Horev - journalist and military commentator | Yadin Antabi - actor and artist

דן | דין | דניאל

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