שלה

Shelah is an ancient and multifaceted Hebrew name carrying deep and diverse meanings that span thousands of years of Jewish culture and tradition. The name appears in the Bible in several different contexts and conveys meanings of tranquility, wholeness, and belonging. In Hebrew, the root Sh-L-H relates to concepts of calmness, quietness, and inner peace, and the name conveys a sense of harmony and balance. In the Bible, Shelah appears as the name of the third son of Judah and Tamar, thus carrying significant historical importance in the context of the tribes of Israel. Additionally, Shelah was the name of an ancient and central city during the period of the Judges, where the Tabernacle resided for approximately 369 years before the construction of the Temple in Jerusalem. The city of Shiloh was an important spiritual center where the Israelites gathered for pilgrimage and worship. The geographical location of Shiloh, in the region of Ephraim, made it a meeting place between the different tribes of Israel, and therefore the name also carries meanings of unity and centrality. Linguistically, the name "Shelah" can be interpreted in several ways: "Shelo" - "his," expressing belonging and ownership; "Shelah" - related to serenity and quietness; or "Shiloh" - which appears in Jacob's blessing as a messianic allusion. The messianic interpretation of the name, appearing in the verse "until Shiloh comes" (Genesis 49:10), has made the name symbolic of hope, redemption, and renewal. In Jewish culture, Shelah represents not only the historical past but also the expectation for a better future, for tikkun olam (repairing the world), and for true peace. The name is popular today among both traditional and secular families, and is perceived as a universal name suitable for both boys and girls, while maintaining its deep connection to Jewish heritage.

שֵׁלָה

Shelah | Shela | Shiloh | Sheila

Boy and Girl

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Genesis 38:5 - And afterward she bore a son, and called his name Shelah; and he was at Chezib when she bore him

In Kabbalah, the name Shelah symbolizes the completeness and unity of the different sefirot. The name is connected to the sefirah of Yesod, representing the connection between the spiritual and material worlds, and carries the meaning of stability and spiritual tranquility. Kabbalah views Shelah as a symbol of the meeting point between heaven and earth.

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Shiloh Jolie-Pitt - daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt | Shelah Froom - American musician

שילה | שלו | שלום | שלמה | שלי | שלמי | נועה | רוני