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The name Natan is one of the most ancient and significant biblical names in Hebrew culture, carrying profound meanings of giving, generosity, and gift. The root N.T.N. appears numerous times in the Bible and expresses the act of giving in its broadest sense - physical, spiritual, and emotional giving alike. The name indicates a person whose nature is to grant, share, and contribute to others, symbolizing qualities of magnanimity, deep caring, and kindness. In the biblical period, Nathan the Prophet was one of the most central and influential figures in the Kingdom of Israel, and the name carries the legacy of that courageous prophet who was not afraid to speak truth even to the king. Nathan the Prophet served during the reigns of King David and his son Solomon, functioning as a spiritual, moral, and political advisor at the royal court. He is primarily known for his courage when he delivered the parable of the poor man's lamb to King David following the affair of Bathsheba and Uriah the Hittite. In this famous parable, Nathan described a rich man who stole a poor man's only lamb, and David became furious at this injustice - until Nathan revealed to him: "You are the man." This represents one of the most impressive examples of moral courage and willingness to speak truth regardless of personal cost. Beyond this, Nathan played a crucial role in the coronation of Solomon as king of Israel, working together with Bathsheba to ensure that the kingdom would pass to Solomon rather than Adonijah. The name Natan thus symbolizes not only generosity but also wisdom, justice, moral courage, and loyalty to values. Throughout Jewish culture across generations, the name Natan has been considered a name of honor and prestige, chosen by many families seeking to commemorate the prophet's legacy and the positive qualities he represents. The name has remained particularly popular among Sephardic and Mizrahi Jewish communities, but among Ashkenazi Jews as well it is regarded as an honorable and traditional name. In the modern era, Natan has returned to great popularity in Israel and throughout the Jewish world, considered a short, strong, and meaningful name well-suited to contemporary times. The name also appears in its English form Nathan, which has become extremely common in the Western world, with bearers including many prominent figures in culture, arts, science, and politics. The name Natan represents fundamental Jewish values of justice, kindness, generosity, and courage, and continues to be a popular choice among parents seeking a name with deep meaning and rich cultural heritage.

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2 Samuel 12:25 - And he sent by the hand of Nathan the prophet, and he called his name Jedidiah, for the LORD's sake

In Kabbalah, the name Natan represents the divine attribute of kindness and giving, manifested in the flow of abundance from the Creator to creation. The name carries the numerical value of 500 in gematria (N=50, T=400, final N=50), symbolizing spiritual abundance and openness to receiving blessing. The name is connected to the Sefirah of Chesed (Kindness) and represents the divine will to bestow goodness upon the world.

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Nathan Milstein - violinist | Nathan Lane - actor | Nathan Fillion - actor | Nathan Chen - figure skater | Nathan Myhrvold - scientist and entrepreneur

יונתן | אלנתן | מתן | נתנאל | נדב

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