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Kinnor is an ancient and unique Hebrew name carrying profound musical and cultural significance. The name refers to the most ancient stringed instrument in Jewish culture - the biblical lyre, which was a central musical instrument during the Temple period and in the musical life of the Jewish people in ancient times. The biblical kinnor was different from the modern violin we know today, and was more similar to a lyre or psaltery, with strings stretched over a wooden frame and plucked with fingers or a plectrum. The name Kinnor appears numerous times in the Bible, symbolizing the world of music, art, and song in ancient Hebrew culture. In Jewish tradition, the kinnor is closely connected to the figure of King David, who was known as a skilled kinnor player. The Bible tells how David played the kinnor before King Saul to soothe his troubled spirit, and how he composed many Psalms while playing this instrument. The kinnor was also an integral part of Levitical singing in the Temple, with the Levites playing it during holy service. The name Kinnor evokes associations of spiritual beauty, harmony, and spiritual elevation. It expresses the deep connection between music and Jewish spirituality, and the belief in music's power to heal, encourage, and connect humans with their Creator. In Western culture, the word "kinnor" became a generic term for stringed instruments, but in Hebrew it retains its biblical and traditional resonance. As a personal name, Kinnor is a rare and especially unique choice, suitable for parents seeking a name with artistic and spiritual meaning. The name is appropriate for both boys and girls, carrying a message of beauty, creativity, and artistic sensitivity. A child named Kinnor may grow up with a deep sense of connection to the world of music and art, and develop musical or artistic talents. The name also expresses values of harmony, balance, and inner beauty. In recent years, there has been a trend toward using unique names with deep cultural significance, and Kinnor fits well within this trend. The name also recalls the Sea of Galilee (Kinneret in Hebrew), the famous lake in northern Israel, which gets its name from its shape resembling the ancient instrument. Thus, the name combines a geographical dimension and connection to the landscape of the Land of Israel.

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Kinnor | Kinor | Kinar

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1 Samuel 16:23 - And it came to pass, when the evil spirit from God was upon Saul, that David took the lyre, and played with his hand; so Saul found relief, and it was well with him, and the evil spirit departed from him

In Kabbalah, the kinnor symbolizes divine harmony and the connection between spiritual and material worlds. The different strings represent the different sefirot (emanations), and the playing of the kinnor expresses cosmic unity and completeness. David's kinnor is considered a holy instrument that would play by itself at midnight, symbolizing the direct connection between the soul and the Creator.

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Kinnor Adiri (Israeli artist) | Kinnor Barkai (musician)

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