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Moriah is an ancient Hebrew feminine name carrying profound biblical significance and extraordinary historical importance. The name bears the memory of one of Judaism's most sacred places - Mount Moriah, where the Binding of Isaac took place and where the Holy Temple was built in Jerusalem. The name Moriah appears in the Torah in the context of Mount Moriah, when God commands Abraham: "Take now thy son, thine only son Isaac, whom thou lovest, and get thee into the land of Moriah." This event, known as the Binding of Isaac (Akedah), is one of the most foundational events in Jewish culture, symbolizing absolute faith and ultimate devotion. Later, on that same mountain, King Solomon built the First Temple, and the site became the spiritual center of the Jewish people for generations. The linguistic meaning of the name Moriah is complex and multifaceted. According to traditional interpretation, the name is composed of two parts: "mori" - meaning "my teacher" or "my guide," and "Yah" - a shortened form of God's name. Thus, the full meaning is "God is my teacher" or "God guides me." Another interpretation connects the name to the root "to see" or "to show," as Abraham named the place "Adonai Yireh," meaning "God will see" or "God will be seen." Some also link the name to the word "mor" - myrrh, a precious fragrance that was part of the Temple incense, adding to the spiritual and sacred meaning of the name. Additionally, the name recalls the moriah plant, a plant whose shape resembles the Temple menorah with its seven branches, thus connecting the name to Temple symbolism through the plant world as well. In recent decades, the name Moriah has gained increasing popularity in Israel, especially in religious and traditional sectors, but also among secular families seeking an authentic Hebrew name with deep meaning. The name carries a sense of holiness, tradition, and connection to the historical roots of the Jewish people. It is particularly suitable for families wishing to emphasize the connection to Jerusalem and sacred places, and to convey values of faith, devotion, and heritage. The name Moriah sounds soft and feminine, yet simultaneously strong and meaningful. It combines delicacy with power, past with present, and gives its bearer a unique identity connecting her to a millennia-old tradition.

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Genesis 22:2 - And He said: 'Take now thy son, thine only son, whom thou lovest, even Isaac, and get thee into the land of Moriah; and offer him there for a burnt-offering upon one of the mountains which I will tell thee of'

In Kabbalah, the name Moriah carries deep meaning of divine guidance and spiritual illumination. The name is composed of "mori" - the teacher, and "Yah" - God's name, symbolizing the direct connection between the soul and the Creator. Mount Moriah is considered the place where the Divine Presence dwells with special intensity, representing the point where heaven and earth meet. The bearer of the name Moriah is considered to possess a soul connected to the sources of holiness and spiritual devotion.

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Moria Or - Israeli actress | Moriah Golan - Israeli journalist and TV presenter | Moriah Kaspi - Israeli singer and musician

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