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Yefet is an ancient and biblical Hebrew name carrying profound and multifaceted significance. The name bears the meaning of 'beautiful', 'handsome', or 'spacious', and it appears in the Bible as the name of one of Noah's three sons. Yefet son of Noah is considered the father of European and Asian nations, and his name symbolizes the wide geographical expansion of his descendants across continents. The name conveys a sense of both inner and outer beauty, originating from the ancient Hebrew root Y-F-H (yod-peh-heh). In the biblical context, Yefet appears as a central figure in the story of the Flood and in the genealogy of humanity after the deluge. He was either the eldest or second son of Noah, and according to Jewish tradition, his descendants created the cultures of Greece, Rome, and vast regions of Europe and Asia Minor. The name also carries the meaning of expansion and flourishing, as it is said of Yefet 'May God enlarge Yefet' (Yaft Elohim le-Yefet), meaning that God would expand his borders and territory. This sense of space and openness has made the name symbolic of freedom, beauty, and broad horizons. In traditional Jewish culture, the name Yefet carries significance related to aesthetics and spiritual beauty. Sages of tradition saw in his name an allusion to Greek culture and its wisdom, while emphasizing the importance of combining external beauty with deep spiritual content. The name indicates a personality possessing grace, harmony, and the ability to positively influence one's surroundings. Today, the name Yefet is considered rare and special, carrying a rich historical legacy and granting its bearer a unique identity that connects him to the roots of the Jewish people and ancient biblical culture. It suits parents seeking a name with depth, meaning, and originality-a name that combines beauty with profound rootedness.

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Yefet | Japheth | Yephet

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Genesis 5:32 - And Noah was five hundred years old, and Noah begot Shem, Ham, and Japheth

In Kabbalah, the name Yefet symbolizes the power of beauty and supreme harmony. The letters Yod-Peh-Tav represent the connection between divine wisdom (Yod), the mouth and expression (Peh), and completion (Tav). The name carries energy of spiritual expansion and illumination.

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Yaphet Kotto - famous American actor | Yefet Reif - Israeli film director

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