קשת

Keshet is a unique and richly meaningful Hebrew name carrying deep and diverse symbolism. The word "keshet" appears in Biblical Hebrew and refers to several central concepts: the rainbow - a spectacular natural phenomenon appearing in the sky after rain, when sunlight refracts through water droplets creating a colorful arc with seven colors; the bow - an ancient weapon used for shooting arrows, consisting of a flexible wooden shaft and string; and Sagittarius - one of the twelve zodiac signs in the celestial wheel. Each of these meanings contains profound symbolism of connection, bridging, and transition. In Jewish tradition, the rainbow holds a particularly special place. According to the Book of Genesis, the rainbow is the sign of the covenant that God made with Noah and all humanity after the Flood, as a promise never again to bring a flood to destroy the world. The rainbow thus symbolizes divine mercy, the promise of a better future, and the connection between heaven and earth, between Creator and creation. In Rabbinic literature, the rainbow is perceived as a sign of blessing and a token of peace, and contemplating it evokes gratitude and sanctification of God's name. As a given name, Keshet carries all these meanings - hope, covenant, natural beauty, and connection between worlds. As a personal name, Keshet began spreading in Israel primarily in the twentieth century, as part of the Hebrew language revival movement and the search for original Hebrew names with meaning. The name is particularly suitable for girls born in the winter or spring seasons, when rainbows are more common in the skies of the Land of Israel. The name carries a character of strength and uniqueness, as it combines delicacy and beauty (the colorful rainbow) with power and determination (the bow as a weapon). Additionally, the name is also associated with the Sagittarius zodiac sign - an optimistic, free-spirited sign seeking truth, adding an astrological dimension to the depth of meaning. Keshet is a name suited for parents seeking an original Hebrew name with deep roots in Jewish culture, while simultaneously carrying a message of hope, beauty, and optimism for the future.

קֶשֶׁת

Keshet | Qeshet

Girl

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Genesis 9:13 - I have set My bow in the cloud, and it shall be a sign of the covenant between Me and the earth

In Kabbalah, the bow symbolizes the connection between the upper and lower worlds, the bridge between the spiritual and material realms. The seven-colored rainbow represents the seven divine attributes and sefirot, expressing cosmic harmony and balance. The name carries energy of inner peace, seeking light and truth, and the ability to bridge contradictions and connect extremes.

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Keshet Russo - Israeli actress | Keshet Edelstein - Israeli artist

רננה | תקווה | אורה | ענבר | ספיר

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