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Shealtiel is an ancient and impressive Hebrew name that carries a profound meaning of prayer and hope. The name is composed of two parts: 'sha'al' meaning 'asked' or 'requested', and 'El' which is one of the names of God. The complete meaning of the name is 'I asked of God' or 'requested from God', expressing the deep prayer of parents for this child, who was received as an answer to their divine petition. This name carries the entire emotional weight of longing, hope, and gratitude to divine providence. In the Bible, Shealtiel was the son of King Jeconiah (Jehoiachin), one of the last kings of Judah, who was exiled to Babylon in 597 BCE. Despite being born in exile, Shealtiel was part of the royal lineage of the House of David, and his name is mentioned in two important genealogical lists in the Bible - in the Book of Chronicles and in the Book of Ezra. He was the father of Zerubbabel, the leader who led the first wave of return from Babylon to Jerusalem and directed the building of the Second Temple. Thus, Shealtiel represents the bridge between the monarchic period and the era of return to Zion, between destruction and rebuilding. The name Shealtiel carries special significance in the Jewish-historical context. It symbolizes the continuity of the Jewish people even in the most difficult times, the faith that even in exile and suffering, prayer is heard and hope is not lost. The name reminds us that every child is a divine gift, an answer to prayers, and that the connection between humans and their Creator is maintained even when external circumstances are harsh. In the modern era, Shealtiel is a rare and special name, suitable for parents seeking a name with deep spiritual meaning, a name that connects them to biblical heritage and expresses gratitude for the blessing of the child born to them.

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1 Chronicles 3:17 - And the sons of Jeconiah: Assir, Shealtiel his son

In Kabbalah, Shealtiel represents the power of prayer and petition directed upward. The name symbolizes the direct connection between the human soul and the Creator, and the power inherent in sincere and pure asking. It is associated with the Sefirah of Hod - submission and nullification before the divine, and the ability to ask and receive from recognition of the Creator's greatness.

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Shealtiel (Biblical figure, father of Zerubbabel) | Rabbi Shealtiel of Karlin (18th century Kabbalist)

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