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Karen is a feminine name with ancient and fascinating roots, originating from the Aramaic and ancient Hebrew languages. The name derives from the Aramaic word 'keren' or 'karna', meaning a ray of light, a horn, or a corner. In ancient Hebrew culture, the word 'keren' carries multiple deep meanings - it symbolizes strength, power, spiritual illumination, and special status. The name Karen, with its unique pronunciation, combines Aramaic tradition with the familiar international sound, creating a unique bridge between different cultural worlds. In biblical and Talmudic sources, the concept of 'keren' appears numerous times in various significant contexts. The horn symbolizes power and strength, as appears in the phrase 'keren or' (ray of light) describing the radiance of Moses' face when he descended from Mount Sinai. The horn is also a symbol of leadership and high status, as kings wore crowns with horns as symbols of their power. Additionally, the horn represents the corner - the strongest and most stable place in a structure, hence the phrase 'cornerstone' symbolizing a fundamental and important foundation. The name Karen, therefore, carries a rich symbolic load combining light with power, spirituality with materiality, and stability with strength. In modern times, the name Karen gained great popularity in the Western world, especially in the 20th century, and became a recognized and beloved international name. In Israel, the name maintains a direct connection to its Aramaic and Hebrew origins, giving its bearers a sense of belonging to ancient tradition alongside openness to the modern world. Women bearing the name Karen are often perceived as having strong and independent personalities, possessing impressive presence and inner strength. The name conveys a sense of radiance and light, an ability to illuminate the environment and positively influence others. It is a name suitable for a woman with an independent opinion, who is not afraid to stand her ground and lead, yet also knows how to be warm and radiant to those around her.

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Karen | Keren | Caren

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Exodus 34:29 - And it came to pass, when Moses came down from mount Sinai with the two tablets of testimony in Moses' hand, when he came down from the mount, that Moses knew not that the skin of his face shone while he talked with Him

In Kabbalah, the horn (keren) symbolizes the divine light descending from the upper sefirot and illuminating the lower world. The name Karen carries the power of illuminating wisdom and understanding, and is connected to the sefirah of Chesed (Kindness) which radiates light and blessing to the world. Bearers of the name are considered to have the ability to mediate between the spiritual and material worlds.

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Karen Allen - American actress | Karen Carpenter - American singer | Karen Gillan - Scottish actress | Karen Black - American actress

קרן | כרמל | קרני | קרנית | אורן | אורנה

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