לינה

Lina is an ancient and special Hebrew feminine name, carrying deep meanings of lodging, rest, and dwelling. The Hebrew root L-Y-N appears numerous times in the Bible, describing the act of staying overnight in a particular place, the sojourn and rest that a person finds at the end of a day's toil. The name conveys a sense of tranquility, security, and refuge, like a safe resting place to which one returns at day's end. In Jewish tradition, lodging is not merely physical rest, but also spiritual - a time for inner contemplation, for pausing and taking stock of oneself. In Talmudic and Midrashic sources, the concept of 'lina' (lodging) takes on additional profound meanings. The sages spoke of 'linat shechina' - the dwelling of the Divine Presence, and about the importance of rest and inner peace. The name Lina recalls the verse 'In peace I will both lie down and sleep' - the feeling of complete serenity and security. In ancient Hebrew culture, the lodging place was sacred - it was where a person was exposed and vulnerable, and therefore required special protection and safety. To give a daughter the name Lina means wishing that she will always find a safe place, a warm home, and true rest in her life. As an international name, Lina has gained great popularity in many countries, especially in Europe and America. In various languages, the name is perceived as a shortened version of longer names like Carolina, Adelina, or Angelina, but in Hebrew it stands on its own with full and rich meaning. The name combines gentleness and strength together - on one hand it conveys softness and femininity, and on the other it expresses resilience and perseverance. Lina is the woman who knows how to provide a place of rest and security for others, who knows how to create a warm and inviting home, and who manages to find peace even amid life's storms. This is a name particularly suitable for parents seeking a short, sweet, and meaningful name, one that is easy to pronounce in any language yet maintains its deep connection to Hebrew and Jewish tradition.

לִינָה

Lina | Leena | Lena

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Genesis 32:14 - And he lodged there that night

In Kabbalah, the name Lina symbolizes the concept of the indwelling of the Shechina and the Divine Presence in the place of rest. Lodging is a time of spiritual connection, when the soul ascends to higher realms during sleep and is renewed. The name carries energy of spiritual protection and sacred space.

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Lina Machul - Israeli actress | Lina Kramarov - Israeli singer | Lena Dunham - American director and actress

לינוי | לין | לינור | לי | נילי | לילי

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