עשהאל

Asahel is an ancient biblical Hebrew name with deep spiritual and theological significance. The name is composed of two elements: "asah" - a verb meaning to make, create, or do, and "El" - one of the names of God in Hebrew. The literal meaning of the name is "God has made," "work of God," or "God has created." This name expresses gratitude and recognition of God as the creator and maker, carrying a strong theological message about acknowledging the Creator's power and central role in life. In the Bible, Asahel is a tragic and fascinating figure who appears in the Second Book of Samuel. He was one of the three sons of Zeruiah, King David's sister, making him David's nephew. His older brother was Joab, David's famous army commander, and his other brother was Abishai. Asahel was particularly renowned for his extraordinary speed - the Bible compares him to "one of the wild gazelles," meaning a field deer, the swiftest of animals. This characteristic made him an excellent runner and a fast warrior, but it also led to his tragic end. During the civil war between the house of Saul and the house of David, Asahel pursued Abner son of Ner, Saul's army commander, and refused to stop the chase despite Abner's warnings. Eventually, Abner was forced to kill him in self-defense, striking him in the stomach with the butt end of his spear. Asahel's death created a blood feud that ultimately led to Abner's murder by Joab, his brother. The name Asahel carries a legacy of courage, family loyalty, and dedication. Although the biblical character fell in tragedy, the name itself expresses positive values of recognizing God as creator and maker. In Jewish culture, the name is considered honorable and ancient, though it is not particularly common today. Parents who choose this name typically seek a unique name with deep biblical roots, a name that connects the child to ancient tradition and faith in God. The name is especially suitable for families looking for a rare yet meaningful name, one that carries a fascinating story and spiritual message. Today, the name Asahel is used sparingly, primarily among religious families or families interested in preserving special and less familiar biblical names.

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2 Samuel 2:18 - Now Asahel was as fleet-footed as a wild gazelle

In Kabbalah, the name Asahel represents the divine power of creation and making. The component "asah" symbolizes divine action in the world, while "El" represents the supreme divine source. The name carries an energy of spiritual swiftness, progress, and forward movement, reflecting Asahel's biblical characteristic as a swift runner. The name connects its bearer to divine creative forces and grants courage and determination.

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Asahel Nettleton - American theologian and evangelist | Asahel Bush - American newspaper publisher and politician | Asahel Grant - American missionary and physician

עזריאל | עמיאל | יואב | אבישי | אבנר | אסא

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