ירחמיאל

Yerachmiel is an ancient and impressive Hebrew name composed of two linguistic elements: "yerachem" - from the root R-Ch-M meaning mercy, compassion, and love, and "El" - the name of God. The full meaning of the name is "God will have mercy" or "may God show compassion." This is a theophoric name, meaning a name that carries within it the divine name, and expresses a deep prayer for divine providence and heavenly mercy. The name reflects profound faith in the Creator's kindness and His power to grant compassion and tenderness to humanity. In Jewish tradition, Yerachmiel appears as the name of one of the seven great angels in the Book of Enoch, one of the extracanonical books belonging to the ancient Jewish mystical and Hekhalot literature. In this tradition, Yerachmiel is the angel of mercy, appointed over the resurrection of the dead and over souls ascending to the world to come. His central role is to provide comfort and mercy to souls, and to serve as an advocate before the throne of glory. The name thus carries deep spiritual significance and symbolizes the connection between humanity and God through the attribute of mercy. During the Second Temple period and the Middle Ages, the name was relatively common among Jews in the Land of Israel and Babylon, appearing in grave inscriptions and historical documents. In traditional Jewish culture, the name Yerachmiel carries meanings of hope, faith, and optimism. It expresses the belief that God is merciful and gracious, and that His mercies are abundant over all His works. Families who chose this name for their children sought to bestow upon them a blessing of divine grace, spiritual protection, and connection to sacred sources. The name gives its bearer a deep sense of identity connected to tradition, faith, and values of compassion and love for others. Today, Yerachmiel is considered a rare and special name, carrying with it the fragrance of antiquity and spirituality, suitable for parents seeking a name with deep religious significance and distinctive uniqueness.

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Yerachmiel | Yerahmiel | Jerahmeel

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1 Chronicles 2:25 - The sons of Jerahmeel the firstborn of Hezron were Ram the firstborn, Bunah, Oren, Ozem, and Ahijah

In Kabbalah, Yerachmiel is one of the great angels of mercy, connected to the Sefirah of Chesed (Kindness) and the flow of divine light into the world. The name carries the attribute of supreme mercy and symbolizes the connection between the human soul and the infinite source. Bearers of this name are considered to have sensitive souls, the ability to understand human suffering, and a spiritual mission to provide comfort and hope to others.

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Yerachmiel Schneider - Hasidic rabbi and author | Yerachmiel Aaronson - researcher and Zionist activist | Yerachmiel Krois - Hasidic musician and singer | Yerachmiel Zeigler - educator and community leader

יחזקאל | נתנאל | עזריאל | רפאל | מיכאל | גבריאל | אוריאל

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