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Miri is a charming and delicate Hebrew feminine name that serves as both a term of endearment and an independent name derived from the biblical name Miriam. The name carries all the rich and complex meanings of the original name while adding a layer of tenderness, lightness, and modernity. Miri is a name that combines the historical depth and traditional essence of Jewish culture with contemporary freshness and accessibility. The name gained significant popularity in Israel during the twentieth century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s, and is considered a quintessentially Israeli name that reflects local cultural identity. The root of the name Miri lies in the biblical name Miriam, which first appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of Miriam the Prophetess, sister of Moses and Aaron. Miriam was a central figure in the Exodus from Egypt and the journey through the wilderness, earning the title 'prophetess' - one of seven prophetesses mentioned in Jewish tradition. According to biblical sources, Miriam played a crucial role in saving baby Moses when she watched over him from afar as he lay in a basket in the Nile. Later, after the crossing of the Red Sea, she led the women of Israel in song and dance, as described in the Book of Exodus: 'Then Miriam the prophetess, Aaron's sister, took a timbrel in her hand, and all the women followed her, with timbrels and dancing.' Miriam's character symbolizes female leadership, courage, musical creativity, and prophetic spirit. The name Miri, as a term of endearment, carries all these meanings but expresses them in a softer, more intimate way. The diminutive form ends with the affectionate 'i' sound, which is common in modern Hebrew and gives the name a sense of closeness, warmth, and love. Linguistically, the transition from Miriam to Miri reflects a natural process in Hebrew of creating affectionate forms - through adding suffixes or changing syllables that make the name more accessible and personal. The name Miri also carries additional possible meanings: some connect it to the word 'meri' meaning 'rebellion' or 'independence,' while others link it to the word 'mar' meaning 'drop' or 'bitterness,' but in the positive context of overcoming difficulties. Additionally, some scholars connect the name to the ancient Egyptian word 'mry' meaning 'beloved' or 'princess,' which adds a dimension of nobility and prestige to the name. Miri reflects the modern Israeli spirit - a combination of ancient tradition with contemporary vitality, respect for the past with openness to the future.

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Exodus 15:20 - Then Miriam the prophetess, Aaron's sister, took a timbrel in her hand, and all the women followed her, with timbrels and dancing

In Kabbalah, the name Miri is connected to the Sefirah of Chesed (loving-kindness) and to feminine energy of spiritual leadership. The name carries the power of Miriam the Prophetess who was a source of spiritual waters for the people of Israel in the desert. The well that accompanied Israel through the wilderness is called 'Miriam's Well' and symbolizes abundance, life, and blessing. The name Miri is associated with qualities of strong intuition, spiritual healing abilities, natural charisma, and the capacity to lead others through paths of joy and song.

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Miri Mesika - Israeli singer | Miri Regev - Israeli politician | Miri Bohadana - Israeli actress | Miri Ben-Ari - Israeli-American violinist | Miri Aloni - Israeli singer | Miri Davidi - Israeli actress

מרים | מיכל | מיטל | מאיה | מיה | מיכאלה | מרב

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