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The name Tzedek is one of the most profound and meaningful Hebrew names, carrying within it central moral and spiritual values in Judaism and Hebrew culture. The word 'tzedek' (justice/righteousness) appears hundreds of times in the Bible and rabbinic literature, and it serves as a cornerstone in the Jewish value system. The root tz-d-k expresses the concepts of justice, righteousness, fairness, truth, and morality, and is closely connected to the concept of the tzaddik - the righteous person who upholds Torah values and good character traits. In Jewish tradition, justice is not merely a legal or social concept, but a supreme spiritual value that expresses God's will and the right way to live in the world. The prophets repeatedly called upon the people of Israel to pursue justice and establish a moral and fair society. The name Tzedek also expresses the connection to the planet Jupiter, which is called 'Tzedek' in Hebrew due to its size and central position in the solar system, symbolizing kingship, wisdom, and fair judgment. In ancient times, Jewish astrology saw the planet Tzedek as a symbol of blessing, abundance, and good fortune. The name Tzedek carries with it a meaning of commitment to morality and ethics, of striving for truth and goodness, and of desire to repair the world. Parents who choose this name for their child express hope that their child will grow to be an upright, fair, and moral person who will know how to distinguish between good and evil and will work to advance justice and righteousness in the world. The name is particularly suitable for families who value social justice, equal rights, and the struggle for truth and morality. In the modern era, the name Tzedek takes on additional meaning of commitment to social justice, equality, and human rights, and it carries a powerful message of tikkun olam (repairing the world) and of fighting for a better and more just society.

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Deuteronomy 16:20 - Justice, justice shall you pursue, that you may live and possess the land which the Lord your God gives you

In Kabbalah, the name Tzedek represents the attribute of Yesod (Foundation), the channel connecting the upper and lower worlds. Justice is the force that balances judgment and mercy, expressing divine harmony in the world. The name carries energy of fair judgment, of balance between opposing forces, and of connection between the spiritual and material. Kabbalists see justice as the expression of the Sefirah of Tiferet (Beauty), which balances between Chesed (Kindness) and Gevurah (Strength).

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Tzedek Ventura - Human rights lawyer and activist | Tzedek Tassa - Israeli author and poet

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