my fathers last name is Christian and his father was french jewish,does anybody know if the origins of the last name Christian?
IS THE LAST NAME CHRISTIAN JEWISH?
Christian Name Meaning and History
English, German, and French: from the personal name Christian, a vernacular form of Latin Christianus 鈥榝ollower of Christ鈥?(see Christ). This personal name was introduced into England following the Norman conquest, especially by Breton settlers. It was also used in the same form as a female name.
Dictionary of American Family Names, Oxford University Press, ISBN 0-19-508137-4
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Since surnames come from the father and religion tends to come from the mother, I'd bet there was an inter-faith marriage in your family tree somewhere, with a Jewish wife and a Christian husband.
Reply:Any name came be Jewish.
Also, understand how a Jew is defined.
Reform Jews define a Jew by their religion only.
Orthodox and Conservative Judaism defines a Jew by the mother only, not the religion or the father. They state they get the nation from the mother and the tribe from the father and if they don't have a Jewish father, they belong to the tribe of the nearest male relative on the mother's side of the family. Whereas they state if a person doesn't have a Jewish mother they aren't Jewish unless they convert to Judaism.
So a person's name could be McCarthy as long as they have a Jewish mother, they are considered Jewish by Orthodox and Conservative Judaism. They would also be considered Jewish by Reform Judaism if they are of the Jewish faith.
Many names in the U.S. are identified as Jewish as a large portion of immigrants to this country with cetain names were Jewish. Back in their country of origin, the same name was used by Jews and non Jews alike.
Saturday, April 24, 2010
How do you pronounce the Jewish God's name?
In the language that would have been spoken by Moses or Noah? Having it phonetically written would be nice, i.e. Allah = Ah-Lah
How do you pronounce the Jewish God's name?
It is unknown. Speaking the name was ok for awhile, but later, it was only allowed at certain ceremonies. The best guess so far is "Yahweh", but not all scholars agree.
However, most scholars agree that "Jehovah" is not the name because they understand how the error in translation led to this name.
Reply:yahweh - yah-way
Reply:Y@hovah {yeh-ho-vaw'}
Jehovah = "the existing One"
1) the proper name of the one true God
a) unpronounced except with the vowel pointings of 0136
AV - LORD 6510, GOD 4, JEHOVAH 4, variant 1; total times in the KJV=6519
http://www.blueletterbible.org/cgi-bin/w...
Reply:ya- way
yahweh
Reply:I would say Adoni. Ah-dough-nigh
Reply:Therein lies a tale:
The precise pronounciation is not assured.
Jews had 2 practices:
1- They never included the vowels when they wrote something.
2- They gave in to the idea that God's name was so holy, it was a sin (eventually) to pronounce it.
That's why Jesus said what he said at John 17:6.
What we know for sure are the consonants:
YHWH.
Some pronounce it: YaH-WeH.
Reply:it was writen YHWH but they did not use it as such it ment'' I am what I am'' or '' I will be what I will be'' not clear translation.
Reply:Yaa-way
Reply:YAAHHH - WAAYY
Hope that makes sense.
Reply:The name is YHVH with two vowels. The name is never spoken; so you would need to ask a Jew to say the name.
They are never supposed to say it.
Reply:Nobody knows for certain. We only have the consonants written. The "vowel sounds" are a best guess.
YHWH
Yah-weh or Yah-vey.
There is no "J" sound in Hebrew...and the "W" can be pronounced as either "w" or "v"
Reply:I am not sure, but I think it is Yaweh, pronounced Ya- way.
Reply:ANY HYH Yahweh Elohim or in English it is written I AM the LORD thy God. Elohim is plural of Allah meaning the fulness of God.
Allah is written in Daniel and also can refer to the false God or abomination of desolation.
Most of the Old Testament names of God is Yahweh Elohim, the El Elyon (Most High) and is the everlasting name of the God of Israel.
I AM means all existant.
Elohim means God / Gods.
Yahweh means everlasting breath
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How do you pronounce the Jewish God's name?
It is unknown. Speaking the name was ok for awhile, but later, it was only allowed at certain ceremonies. The best guess so far is "Yahweh", but not all scholars agree.
However, most scholars agree that "Jehovah" is not the name because they understand how the error in translation led to this name.
Reply:yahweh - yah-way
Reply:Y@hovah {yeh-ho-vaw'}
Jehovah = "the existing One"
1) the proper name of the one true God
a) unpronounced except with the vowel pointings of 0136
AV - LORD 6510, GOD 4, JEHOVAH 4, variant 1; total times in the KJV=6519
http://www.blueletterbible.org/cgi-bin/w...
Reply:ya- way
yahweh
Reply:I would say Adoni. Ah-dough-nigh
Reply:Therein lies a tale:
The precise pronounciation is not assured.
Jews had 2 practices:
1- They never included the vowels when they wrote something.
2- They gave in to the idea that God's name was so holy, it was a sin (eventually) to pronounce it.
That's why Jesus said what he said at John 17:6.
What we know for sure are the consonants:
YHWH.
Some pronounce it: YaH-WeH.
Reply:it was writen YHWH but they did not use it as such it ment'' I am what I am'' or '' I will be what I will be'' not clear translation.
Reply:Yaa-way
Reply:YAAHHH - WAAYY
Hope that makes sense.
Reply:The name is YHVH with two vowels. The name is never spoken; so you would need to ask a Jew to say the name.
They are never supposed to say it.
Reply:Nobody knows for certain. We only have the consonants written. The "vowel sounds" are a best guess.
YHWH
Yah-weh or Yah-vey.
There is no "J" sound in Hebrew...and the "W" can be pronounced as either "w" or "v"
Reply:I am not sure, but I think it is Yaweh, pronounced Ya- way.
Reply:ANY HYH Yahweh Elohim or in English it is written I AM the LORD thy God. Elohim is plural of Allah meaning the fulness of God.
Allah is written in Daniel and also can refer to the false God or abomination of desolation.
Most of the Old Testament names of God is Yahweh Elohim, the El Elyon (Most High) and is the everlasting name of the God of Israel.
I AM means all existant.
Elohim means God / Gods.
Yahweh means everlasting breath
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What is another name for Jewish Mythology?
An arab would say the holocaust!
What is another name for Jewish Mythology?
Midrash or is the closest thing I can think of.
Reply:The Truth. =)
Reply:Kabbalah is jewish mysticism....
Reply:Religion, of course.
Reply:The Bible, I think.
Reply:Fantasy.
What is another name for Jewish Mythology?
Midrash or is the closest thing I can think of.
Reply:The Truth. =)
Reply:Kabbalah is jewish mysticism....
Reply:Religion, of course.
Reply:The Bible, I think.
Reply:Fantasy.
Which Jewish names are not given to Christian babies?
What about "Menachem" and "Chaim"?
Which Jewish names are not given to Christian babies?
The ones they don't use are probably not popular with modern-day Jewish parents either. For example, "Mahar-shalal-hasbaz" usually gets passed over. Long, complex, hard to spell or pronounce names get left behind in favour of simpler names like Mark or Joseph or Benjamin.
Reply:The issue here is not about which names are Jewish but about which names are not native to English-speakers. Menachem and Chaim are Hebrew names and it would be strange, but not impossible, to hear them given to the child of an English-speaking couple. I have come across a Judah, and I know people with children called Reuben, Joshua, Levi and Rebekah - none of whom are from Jewish families.
I suspect Judas - though the name is latinised and therefore more familiar to English speakers - is much rarer, though, because of the connotations of treachery.
Reply:Judah is not at all an unlikely name for Christians. I know several young men - both in my congregation - and others nearby, with the name Judah. I also have a young man named Moses in my congregation.
Also I know of those named Joshua and Jeremiah.
Hannah J Paul
Reply:Anglicized Jewish names from Hebrew or Aramaic have been given to Christians for millenia. Steven, John, Jonathan, Joshua (Jesus), Hiram, Elijah, Abraham and so on. Ruth, Esther, Eve, Judith, Mary/Maryam/Miriam- how many others?
Reply:ok menachem and chaim is probly a rare name. menachem could be christian given name and i think chaim would be jewish
judah n judas is VERY UNLIKELY to be a christian name your right
Reply:Jude and Judith are related to the Hebrew name Yehudah, which was translated by Greeks into Judah/Judas.
Reply:If a person can name their child Mercedes, they can name their baby a Jewish name.
Reply:The octomum named all her babies Jewish names, was she Jewish?
Reply:I hope 'Elisha' is not used, remembering the horror he caused in 2kings2.
Reply:I don't think you will find anyone who would want to name their child Judas.
Reply:I would never call any child JUDAS, OSAMA or ADOLPH
but hey that's me
Reply:Neither would I choose Methusalah or Job or Cain
Which Jewish names are not given to Christian babies?
The ones they don't use are probably not popular with modern-day Jewish parents either. For example, "Mahar-shalal-hasbaz" usually gets passed over. Long, complex, hard to spell or pronounce names get left behind in favour of simpler names like Mark or Joseph or Benjamin.
Reply:The issue here is not about which names are Jewish but about which names are not native to English-speakers. Menachem and Chaim are Hebrew names and it would be strange, but not impossible, to hear them given to the child of an English-speaking couple. I have come across a Judah, and I know people with children called Reuben, Joshua, Levi and Rebekah - none of whom are from Jewish families.
I suspect Judas - though the name is latinised and therefore more familiar to English speakers - is much rarer, though, because of the connotations of treachery.
Reply:Judah is not at all an unlikely name for Christians. I know several young men - both in my congregation - and others nearby, with the name Judah. I also have a young man named Moses in my congregation.
Also I know of those named Joshua and Jeremiah.
Hannah J Paul
Reply:Anglicized Jewish names from Hebrew or Aramaic have been given to Christians for millenia. Steven, John, Jonathan, Joshua (Jesus), Hiram, Elijah, Abraham and so on. Ruth, Esther, Eve, Judith, Mary/Maryam/Miriam- how many others?
Reply:ok menachem and chaim is probly a rare name. menachem could be christian given name and i think chaim would be jewish
judah n judas is VERY UNLIKELY to be a christian name your right
Reply:Jude and Judith are related to the Hebrew name Yehudah, which was translated by Greeks into Judah/Judas.
Reply:If a person can name their child Mercedes, they can name their baby a Jewish name.
Reply:The octomum named all her babies Jewish names, was she Jewish?
Reply:I hope 'Elisha' is not used, remembering the horror he caused in 2kings2.
Reply:I don't think you will find anyone who would want to name their child Judas.
Reply:I would never call any child JUDAS, OSAMA or ADOLPH
but hey that's me
Reply:Neither would I choose Methusalah or Job or Cain
Whats a good name for a jewish baby boy?
HE'S DUE ON SEPTEMBER 29 AND WE ARE NOT SURE WHAT WOULD BE A GOOD NAME FOR HIM, PLEASE HELP ME----
Whats a good name for a jewish baby boy?
I'll go ahead and list my favorites since you didn't mention any ceratin style.
Aaron
Abraham
Adam
Adon
Asher
Azariah
Benjamin
Brighton
Caleb
Daniel
David
Eli
Elijah
Gabriel
Ian
Isaac
Isaiah
Jacob
Jonah
Jonathan
Joshua
Judd
Jude
Malachi
Matthew
Phineas
Seth
Simon
Toby
Zachary
Zane
Reply:i really like Jason
its a common Jewish name and the people who i know that are named that are great guys
Reply:Bofiessiss
Reply:Mandel (like actor Mandy Patinkin). It means "Little man" in Jewish
Reply:Simon is pretty %26amp; masculine.
Barak means lightning.
Paz means goldern (and Peace in Spanish)
Asa means healer.
Amir, treetop
Reply:Arbatron X
EZEKIEL
SAUL
GAMALIEL
Reply:Jewish children are named for deceased relatives. Find out what the grandfathers and great-grandfathers names were. You can't go wrong with David, Samuel, Joshua or Jacob.
Reply:Ashkenazi Jews (from Eastern Europe) have a tradition to name a child with the Hebrew name of a deceased relative or person whom they'd like the child to emulate - like a distinguished scholar. For instance, if the grandfather was David for a boy or the grandmother was Ruth for a girl, those would be the Hebrew names you use. The English name can be something totally separate, though people tend to use a name with the same first name (i.e. Rochelle might be instead of Ruth). In Jewish customs, the child is called by the Hebrew name and his father's Hebrew name when called to the Torah (ex-David ben Mordechai is called to the Torah, "ben" meaning "son of"). When prayers are said for a sick person, they would call the person David ben Naomi, using the mother's Hebrew name. So it is important that a Jewish child be given a Jewish name.
Almost any name from the Five Books of Moses (Bible) would be good. Many of the top 20 boys' names are Biblical in origin: Michael, Samuel, Joshua. Of course, you wouldn't want to name a child for a not-so-goodnik, like Cain. Nimrod, though a popular modern Israeli name, was also not the most meritorious person. Many girls' names are Yiddish or represent nature: Tzipporah (Hebrew)/Fayga (Yiddish)=bird; Bluma=flower; Tamar=date tree.
It is considered not a good idea to name for a person who passed away young.
Reply:On the website, www.aish.com, somebody asked the Rabbi the same question as you. Here it is with his answer!
At the right time!
WHAT'S IN A NAME?
From: - anonymous@idt.net 1/27/2000
We are expecting a baby and are having trouble picking a name. What general guidelines are there in Jewish tradition? How come the name of the father is never given to the son - e.g. Isaac Levy III or Jacob Cohen Jr.? If it's a boy, can we name him after a female relative? Is there any prohibition against announcing the name before the Bris?
THE AISH RABBI REPLIES:
First I would like to wish you "Bisha'ah Tova" - may the birth go smoothly and at the right time!
The Talmud says that parents receive one-sixtieth of prophecy when they pick a name. But that doesn't seem to help parents from agonizing over which name to pick!
Ashkenazi Jews have the custom to choose a name after a relative who has passed away. This keeps the name and memory alive, and in a metaphysical way forms a bond between the soul of the baby and the deceased relative. This is a great honor to the deceased, because its soul can achieve an elevation based on the good deeds of the namesake. The child, meanwhile, can be inspired by the good qualities of the deceased - and make a deep connection to the past. (see Noam Elimelech - Bamidbar)
Sefardi Jews also name children after relatives who are still alive.
It is also customary to name a child based on the Jewish holiday coinciding with the birth. For example, a girl born at Purim time might be named Esther. Similarly, names are sometimes chosen from the Torah reading the week of the birth.
The Torah emphasizes how parents took great care in picking the names of their children. For example, Leah chose to call her fourth son Judah (in Hebrew, Yehudah). This name comes from the same root as the word "thanks." The letters can also be rearranged to spell out the holy Name of God. The significance is that Leah wanted to particularly express her "thanks to God." (Genesis 29:35)
In Hebrew, names are not merely convenient conglomerations of letters. Really, the name of something reveals its essential characteristic. The Midrash (Genesis Raba 17:4) tells us that the first man, Adam, looked into the essence of every animal and named it accordingly. The donkey, for example, is characterized by carrying heavy, physical burdens. So in Hebrew, the donkey is named CHAMOR - from the same root as CHOMER, which means physicality. The donkey (chamor) typifies physicality (chomer). Contrast this with English, where the word "donkey" doesn't reveal much about the essence of a donkey!
When naming a child, it is important to pick a name that will have a positive effect, since every time the child hears it they will be reminded of its meaning (Midrash Tanchuma - Ha'Azinu 7). The child who is called Judah is constantly reminded of how much gratitude we should have toward God! Another example of a popular name is "Ari," which is Hebrew for lion. In Jewish literature, the lion is a symbol of a go-getter, someone who sees the opportunity to do a mitzvah, and pounces on it. (see Shulchan Aruch OC 1)
Of course, there are bad names, too. You wouldn't want to name your child "Nimrod," since the very name means "rebellion." In Biblical times, when Abraham was teaching monotheism, Nimrod was the man who threw Abraham into a fiery furnace - out of rebellion against God.
You can name a baby boy after a female, however you should try to keep as many letters the same as possible. For example, if the woman's name was Dina, call the child Dan. If the woman's name was Bracha, name him Baruch.
I think it's a good idea to give your child a Hebrew name that can also be used in English - e.g. Miriam, David, Sarah. This way, your child not only has a Hebrew name, but he'll use it, too! This can be an important hedge against assimilation; the Midrash (Bamidbar Raba 20:21) says that the Jewish people were redeemed from Egypt, partly in the merit of having kept their Jewish names amidst the assimilationist society of Egypt. As a child, I had one uncle who always called me by my Jewish name ("Shraga" means candle). I believe that being reminded of my Jewish name all those years was instrumental in maintaining my Jewish identity.
As for announcing name of a baby before the Bris, it is not forbidden to announce. However, in a metaphysical sense, the child does not actually "receive" his name until the Brit. This is because a Jewish boy only receives the full measure of his soul at the Bris, and a person cannot truly be "named" until attaining that completion. (see Zohar Lech Lecha 93a, Taamey Minhagim 929) This is based on the fact that God changed Abraham's name in conjunction with his Bris - at age 99! (Genesis 17:15)
To learn more, read "Bris Milah" by Rabbi Paysach J. Krohn (published by ArtScroll). Available from www.artscroll.com.
Bisha'ah Tova! And please let us know the baby's name!
Reply:Ahron (aron) My Fav
David
Aryeh
Elija
Caleb
Even (Evan)
Daniel
Micha
Reply:Isaiah or Isaac
Reply:Jason Seth
Reply:David, Seth, Bernard, Joseph, Abraham, Issac, Emmanual, Myron, Jerome
Reply:Simon Ethan
Reply:Joshua
David
Elijah
Jeremiah
Whats a good name for a jewish baby boy?
I'll go ahead and list my favorites since you didn't mention any ceratin style.
Aaron
Abraham
Adam
Adon
Asher
Azariah
Benjamin
Brighton
Caleb
Daniel
David
Eli
Elijah
Gabriel
Ian
Isaac
Isaiah
Jacob
Jonah
Jonathan
Joshua
Judd
Jude
Malachi
Matthew
Phineas
Seth
Simon
Toby
Zachary
Zane
Reply:i really like Jason
its a common Jewish name and the people who i know that are named that are great guys
Reply:Bofiessiss
Reply:Mandel (like actor Mandy Patinkin). It means "Little man" in Jewish
Reply:Simon is pretty %26amp; masculine.
Barak means lightning.
Paz means goldern (and Peace in Spanish)
Asa means healer.
Amir, treetop
Reply:Arbatron X
EZEKIEL
SAUL
GAMALIEL
Reply:Jewish children are named for deceased relatives. Find out what the grandfathers and great-grandfathers names were. You can't go wrong with David, Samuel, Joshua or Jacob.
Reply:Ashkenazi Jews (from Eastern Europe) have a tradition to name a child with the Hebrew name of a deceased relative or person whom they'd like the child to emulate - like a distinguished scholar. For instance, if the grandfather was David for a boy or the grandmother was Ruth for a girl, those would be the Hebrew names you use. The English name can be something totally separate, though people tend to use a name with the same first name (i.e. Rochelle might be instead of Ruth). In Jewish customs, the child is called by the Hebrew name and his father's Hebrew name when called to the Torah (ex-David ben Mordechai is called to the Torah, "ben" meaning "son of"). When prayers are said for a sick person, they would call the person David ben Naomi, using the mother's Hebrew name. So it is important that a Jewish child be given a Jewish name.
Almost any name from the Five Books of Moses (Bible) would be good. Many of the top 20 boys' names are Biblical in origin: Michael, Samuel, Joshua. Of course, you wouldn't want to name a child for a not-so-goodnik, like Cain. Nimrod, though a popular modern Israeli name, was also not the most meritorious person. Many girls' names are Yiddish or represent nature: Tzipporah (Hebrew)/Fayga (Yiddish)=bird; Bluma=flower; Tamar=date tree.
It is considered not a good idea to name for a person who passed away young.
Reply:On the website, www.aish.com, somebody asked the Rabbi the same question as you. Here it is with his answer!
At the right time!
WHAT'S IN A NAME?
From: - anonymous@idt.net 1/27/2000
We are expecting a baby and are having trouble picking a name. What general guidelines are there in Jewish tradition? How come the name of the father is never given to the son - e.g. Isaac Levy III or Jacob Cohen Jr.? If it's a boy, can we name him after a female relative? Is there any prohibition against announcing the name before the Bris?
THE AISH RABBI REPLIES:
First I would like to wish you "Bisha'ah Tova" - may the birth go smoothly and at the right time!
The Talmud says that parents receive one-sixtieth of prophecy when they pick a name. But that doesn't seem to help parents from agonizing over which name to pick!
Ashkenazi Jews have the custom to choose a name after a relative who has passed away. This keeps the name and memory alive, and in a metaphysical way forms a bond between the soul of the baby and the deceased relative. This is a great honor to the deceased, because its soul can achieve an elevation based on the good deeds of the namesake. The child, meanwhile, can be inspired by the good qualities of the deceased - and make a deep connection to the past. (see Noam Elimelech - Bamidbar)
Sefardi Jews also name children after relatives who are still alive.
It is also customary to name a child based on the Jewish holiday coinciding with the birth. For example, a girl born at Purim time might be named Esther. Similarly, names are sometimes chosen from the Torah reading the week of the birth.
The Torah emphasizes how parents took great care in picking the names of their children. For example, Leah chose to call her fourth son Judah (in Hebrew, Yehudah). This name comes from the same root as the word "thanks." The letters can also be rearranged to spell out the holy Name of God. The significance is that Leah wanted to particularly express her "thanks to God." (Genesis 29:35)
In Hebrew, names are not merely convenient conglomerations of letters. Really, the name of something reveals its essential characteristic. The Midrash (Genesis Raba 17:4) tells us that the first man, Adam, looked into the essence of every animal and named it accordingly. The donkey, for example, is characterized by carrying heavy, physical burdens. So in Hebrew, the donkey is named CHAMOR - from the same root as CHOMER, which means physicality. The donkey (chamor) typifies physicality (chomer). Contrast this with English, where the word "donkey" doesn't reveal much about the essence of a donkey!
When naming a child, it is important to pick a name that will have a positive effect, since every time the child hears it they will be reminded of its meaning (Midrash Tanchuma - Ha'Azinu 7). The child who is called Judah is constantly reminded of how much gratitude we should have toward God! Another example of a popular name is "Ari," which is Hebrew for lion. In Jewish literature, the lion is a symbol of a go-getter, someone who sees the opportunity to do a mitzvah, and pounces on it. (see Shulchan Aruch OC 1)
Of course, there are bad names, too. You wouldn't want to name your child "Nimrod," since the very name means "rebellion." In Biblical times, when Abraham was teaching monotheism, Nimrod was the man who threw Abraham into a fiery furnace - out of rebellion against God.
You can name a baby boy after a female, however you should try to keep as many letters the same as possible. For example, if the woman's name was Dina, call the child Dan. If the woman's name was Bracha, name him Baruch.
I think it's a good idea to give your child a Hebrew name that can also be used in English - e.g. Miriam, David, Sarah. This way, your child not only has a Hebrew name, but he'll use it, too! This can be an important hedge against assimilation; the Midrash (Bamidbar Raba 20:21) says that the Jewish people were redeemed from Egypt, partly in the merit of having kept their Jewish names amidst the assimilationist society of Egypt. As a child, I had one uncle who always called me by my Jewish name ("Shraga" means candle). I believe that being reminded of my Jewish name all those years was instrumental in maintaining my Jewish identity.
As for announcing name of a baby before the Bris, it is not forbidden to announce. However, in a metaphysical sense, the child does not actually "receive" his name until the Brit. This is because a Jewish boy only receives the full measure of his soul at the Bris, and a person cannot truly be "named" until attaining that completion. (see Zohar Lech Lecha 93a, Taamey Minhagim 929) This is based on the fact that God changed Abraham's name in conjunction with his Bris - at age 99! (Genesis 17:15)
To learn more, read "Bris Milah" by Rabbi Paysach J. Krohn (published by ArtScroll). Available from www.artscroll.com.
Bisha'ah Tova! And please let us know the baby's name!
Reply:Ahron (aron) My Fav
David
Aryeh
Elija
Caleb
Even (Evan)
Daniel
Micha
Reply:Isaiah or Isaac
Reply:Jason Seth
Reply:David, Seth, Bernard, Joseph, Abraham, Issac, Emmanual, Myron, Jerome
Reply:Simon Ethan
Reply:Joshua
David
Elijah
Jeremiah
Jewish middle name.Which one would you take?
For a boy: Gilad (Means Endless Joy) or for a girl,Chaviva (Beloved)
Jewish middle name.Which one would you take?
I thought you were going to give like some to choose from....
Reply:Eli
Reply:and the answer is?????????????? we need some selections here. if u want a middle name i like garten, after my favorite food network chef ina garten...
Reply:Do you want us to give you a name? Ethan or Jonah.
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Jewish middle name.Which one would you take?
I thought you were going to give like some to choose from....
Reply:Eli
Reply:and the answer is?????????????? we need some selections here. if u want a middle name i like garten, after my favorite food network chef ina garten...
Reply:Do you want us to give you a name? Ethan or Jonah.
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What does the jewish last name winner mean.?
what is its origin
What does the jewish last name winner mean.?
Ancestry.Com shows it can be English unexplained origin or Ashkenazic Jewish variant of Wiener.
They show 53 immigrants to the U. S. listed their place of origin as Germany, 6 Austria,
6 Ireland, 4 Cuba, 4 Baden, 3 Bade
Name Wierner, habitational from Wien (Vienna) Austria.
see the links below from U. S. National Genealogical Society and the U. K. college of arms
http://www.ngsgenealogy.org/comconsumerp...
http://www.college-of-arms.gov.uk/Faq.ht...
Reply:Have a look at the link posted below,
http://www.houseofnames.com/fc.asp?sId=%26amp;...
hope it helps.
Reply:I once read that there aren't really any 'jewish surnames' in that it was often the custom of the jewish people to take a surname appropriate to the surrounding culture to reduce the risk of perscution. So maybe look at were the people with the name winner came from and go from there.
Sorry I don't know but I hope this helps
What does the jewish last name winner mean.?
Ancestry.Com shows it can be English unexplained origin or Ashkenazic Jewish variant of Wiener.
They show 53 immigrants to the U. S. listed their place of origin as Germany, 6 Austria,
6 Ireland, 4 Cuba, 4 Baden, 3 Bade
Name Wierner, habitational from Wien (Vienna) Austria.
see the links below from U. S. National Genealogical Society and the U. K. college of arms
http://www.ngsgenealogy.org/comconsumerp...
http://www.college-of-arms.gov.uk/Faq.ht...
Reply:Have a look at the link posted below,
http://www.houseofnames.com/fc.asp?sId=%26amp;...
hope it helps.
Reply:I once read that there aren't really any 'jewish surnames' in that it was often the custom of the jewish people to take a surname appropriate to the surrounding culture to reduce the risk of perscution. So maybe look at were the people with the name winner came from and go from there.
Sorry I don't know but I hope this helps
Why am I being accused as a fake and other assorted names because of my Yahoo name is not Jewish?
You don't have to prove anything unless it's a formula. You're asking a question, the answerers are supposed to provide proof to back up their claims, not the other way around. Some people are just trying to get a rise out of you for their own sadistic pleasure. Sad people, aren't they?
Why am I being accused as a fake and other assorted names because of my Yahoo name is not Jewish?
You are ok. I have a Jewish avatar and i call me Jewish boy cuz I am proud to be Jewish.
Reply:I think, maybe, you are being a bit of a tart, George.
In Israel no one would give two hoots whatever your religion is.
They take you as they find you.
Reply:I think you try to make everyone else look bad by portraying yourself as a martyr. The only people I've seen calling you a fake had nothing to do with your user name and everything to do with the material you posted. Maybe one person said something about your username, just like one person said they would shun you if you went to Israel and then you asked "If my own people say that would shun me, where is my homeland?". If you are really insulted at what people say to you, then I suggest leaving this forum.
Reply:The sum of your parts doesn't add up. Anyone can create an avatar of a guy wearing a yarmulke and claim to be Jewish, that doesn't mean that they are Jewish in real life. You may just as well be a Neo-Nazi supporter of Hamas and Hizballah, not that I think you necessarily are.
Reply:George,
I haven't read about the accusations or any of the other incidents surrounding the basis for your complaints. I just treat them like they come - if your are really Jewish but are anti-Semitic I'll treat you as an anti-Semite. Don't worry about the other stuff - stand your ground for what you are and for your principles. I have a wonderful and dear friend who is Jewish - his name is Larry. Not very 'Jewish' sounding, is it?
Reply:I am Jewish, but I don't have a picture that identifies me as one. You are Jewish and you can say what ever you want. You are Jewish and you can do whatever you want. Don't let people put you down just because you don't agree with them. You are Jewish and they can kiss your @ss if they don't like it.
Why am I being accused as a fake and other assorted names because of my Yahoo name is not Jewish?
You are ok. I have a Jewish avatar and i call me Jewish boy cuz I am proud to be Jewish.
Reply:I think, maybe, you are being a bit of a tart, George.
In Israel no one would give two hoots whatever your religion is.
They take you as they find you.
Reply:I think you try to make everyone else look bad by portraying yourself as a martyr. The only people I've seen calling you a fake had nothing to do with your user name and everything to do with the material you posted. Maybe one person said something about your username, just like one person said they would shun you if you went to Israel and then you asked "If my own people say that would shun me, where is my homeland?". If you are really insulted at what people say to you, then I suggest leaving this forum.
Reply:The sum of your parts doesn't add up. Anyone can create an avatar of a guy wearing a yarmulke and claim to be Jewish, that doesn't mean that they are Jewish in real life. You may just as well be a Neo-Nazi supporter of Hamas and Hizballah, not that I think you necessarily are.
Reply:George,
I haven't read about the accusations or any of the other incidents surrounding the basis for your complaints. I just treat them like they come - if your are really Jewish but are anti-Semitic I'll treat you as an anti-Semite. Don't worry about the other stuff - stand your ground for what you are and for your principles. I have a wonderful and dear friend who is Jewish - his name is Larry. Not very 'Jewish' sounding, is it?
Reply:I am Jewish, but I don't have a picture that identifies me as one. You are Jewish and you can say what ever you want. You are Jewish and you can do whatever you want. Don't let people put you down just because you don't agree with them. You are Jewish and they can kiss your @ss if they don't like it.
My last name is on the Bible, does this make me a Jewish blood person?
Hi, I originate from Southern Italy, in a place that is known to have been a seaport for the Crusades. I found my last name in 17 verses in the Old Testament and in the Biblical Chronicles, does this make me a person with Jewish blood?
My last name is on the Bible, does this make me a Jewish blood person?
Their is evidence that during the Jewish-Roman wars a lot of Jewish slaves were taken to Italy.
So its quite possible.
While almost nothing can tell you for sure if you have Jewish ancestry you could get a DNA test and see if you have any middle eastern ancestry.
-- you might also need to get your fathers DNA to check the Paternal line.
Reply:There are many similarities between Aramaic and modern latin languages. This may be due to the Moors who invaded the Iberian Peninsula and were assimilated into the European culture.
Reply:Jews keep pretty good records. Work your genealogy back the usual way generation by generation and see what you find. It does no good to guess.
Reply:Maybe. You'd have to do some research.
Reply:Did you use a concordance to find this out? But I know for a fact that people in Bible times didn't have last names, except occasionally they were called something like "John from Texas" or "John of Texas" or "John son of Steve"
Reply:It probably does mean that you have Jewish ancestry on your fathers side.
My last name is on the Bible, does this make me a Jewish blood person?
Their is evidence that during the Jewish-Roman wars a lot of Jewish slaves were taken to Italy.
So its quite possible.
While almost nothing can tell you for sure if you have Jewish ancestry you could get a DNA test and see if you have any middle eastern ancestry.
-- you might also need to get your fathers DNA to check the Paternal line.
Reply:There are many similarities between Aramaic and modern latin languages. This may be due to the Moors who invaded the Iberian Peninsula and were assimilated into the European culture.
Reply:Jews keep pretty good records. Work your genealogy back the usual way generation by generation and see what you find. It does no good to guess.
Reply:Maybe. You'd have to do some research.
Reply:Did you use a concordance to find this out? But I know for a fact that people in Bible times didn't have last names, except occasionally they were called something like "John from Texas" or "John of Texas" or "John son of Steve"
Reply:It probably does mean that you have Jewish ancestry on your fathers side.
What was the name of the key jewish newspaper in the 1930s?
The Jewish Chronicle.
Now 164 years old.
What was the name of the key jewish newspaper in the 1930s?
perhaps the jewish times?
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Now 164 years old.
What was the name of the key jewish newspaper in the 1930s?
perhaps the jewish times?
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What should you do if you are an American Jew and Israel is doing crimes in the name of Jewish people.?
www.jewsaginstzionism.com FOR GOD SO LOVES THE JEWS THAT HE DIDN'T MAKE ALL JEWS ZIONIST. See it to believe it
http://www.israel-state-terrorism.org http://www.halturnershow.com/IsraeliAtro...
What should you do if you are an American Jew and Israel is doing crimes in the name of Jewish people.?
we must differentiate between Jews and Zionists,not every Jew is a Zionist,and vice verse,personally i do not have a problem with Jews, in the contrary i am sure some of them much better than some Arabs.
Reply:you ever think that they are doing it in the name of survival
Reply:Defending yourself against extinction is a crime? Schmuck!
Reply:I thought you were a myth.... right up there between Big Foot and the Loch Ness Monster.... I'm in awe...... oh to answer your question, I don't think there's much you really can do except to defend yourself in arguments and let people know where you stand, and don't forget to carry a heart defibrillator, you may put a few people into cardiac arrest.
Reply:Hey, your bomb strap is showing.
Reply:BOOM!!!
Reply:yes i like people like you...unfortunately there are some ignorant people on here answering questions and so you have to expect a negative response from some:/
i applaud you though, you have to stand up for what you believe!
Reply:Stop having a battered Jews syndrome response to a sovereign nation defending itself.
Reply:You should convert to islamism...
Reply:I know a few Jews You aint no Jew.
Reply:A Jewish food festival would be good. And could I have tomato and onions with my locks and beagle, please?
Reply:You read Noam Chomsky books.
http://www.israel-state-terrorism.org http://www.halturnershow.com/IsraeliAtro...
What should you do if you are an American Jew and Israel is doing crimes in the name of Jewish people.?
we must differentiate between Jews and Zionists,not every Jew is a Zionist,and vice verse,personally i do not have a problem with Jews, in the contrary i am sure some of them much better than some Arabs.
Reply:you ever think that they are doing it in the name of survival
Reply:Defending yourself against extinction is a crime? Schmuck!
Reply:I thought you were a myth.... right up there between Big Foot and the Loch Ness Monster.... I'm in awe...... oh to answer your question, I don't think there's much you really can do except to defend yourself in arguments and let people know where you stand, and don't forget to carry a heart defibrillator, you may put a few people into cardiac arrest.
Reply:Hey, your bomb strap is showing.
Reply:BOOM!!!
Reply:yes i like people like you...unfortunately there are some ignorant people on here answering questions and so you have to expect a negative response from some:/
i applaud you though, you have to stand up for what you believe!
Reply:Stop having a battered Jews syndrome response to a sovereign nation defending itself.
Reply:You should convert to islamism...
Reply:I know a few Jews You aint no Jew.
Reply:A Jewish food festival would be good. And could I have tomato and onions with my locks and beagle, please?
Reply:You read Noam Chomsky books.
Which is the jewish last name coen or cohen?
i read that it was one of the most numerous jewish last names and i can't remember the spelling.
Which is the jewish last name coen or cohen?
There are definitly a lot of Jewish people with the last name Cohen.
Reply:Both are possible, and were used as last names by Jews.
What happened is that the immigrant coming thru Ellis Island told the person behind the counter that his name was Cohen, and the person behind the counter spelled it any way he or she saw fit.
Reply:Cohen is a very Jewish last name....probably coen to, if it exists, lol.
Reply:Cohen is the Hebrew word for priest.
Reply:cohen
Reply:Cohen. Look in any phone book.
Reply:Cohen is the most common spelling, however there are many derivatives including kohen, coen, kogen, kogan, kaplan, caplan and even katz - and more!
Cohen is Hebrew for High Priest (讻讛谉) and those with this name and its derivatives are likely decenants of Aharon, Moses' brother, and to this day have certain unique roles in Jewish ritual.
It therefore is often not just a last name, but a priestly lineage passed down from father to son (Sorry ladies this is strictly a patriarchal lineage)
It should be noted that just because someone's last name is "Cohen" doesn't mean that he has the status of a Cohen, but it is likley.
To be considered a Cohen, one must have an unbroken tradition, as well as other factors too numerous to mention here. There is even a DNA test for this nowadays.
Another interesting fact:
According to Ripley's Believe It or Not! THE OLDEST SURNAME IN WORLD IS KATZ. Katz is an acronym for the Hebrew words Cohen Tzedek 讻讛谉 爪讚拽 which means "righteous high priest" .
Reply:Seth Cohen is Jewish on his fathers side therefore Cohen is the correct spelling
Reply:Cohen, but Coen is a secularized version. Remember the song "Walking in Memphis?" Marc Coen is Jewish.
Reply:My friend's last name is Cohen.
Reply:cohen
Which is the jewish last name coen or cohen?
There are definitly a lot of Jewish people with the last name Cohen.
Reply:Both are possible, and were used as last names by Jews.
What happened is that the immigrant coming thru Ellis Island told the person behind the counter that his name was Cohen, and the person behind the counter spelled it any way he or she saw fit.
Reply:Cohen is a very Jewish last name....probably coen to, if it exists, lol.
Reply:Cohen is the Hebrew word for priest.
Reply:cohen
Reply:Cohen. Look in any phone book.
Reply:Cohen is the most common spelling, however there are many derivatives including kohen, coen, kogen, kogan, kaplan, caplan and even katz - and more!
Cohen is Hebrew for High Priest (讻讛谉) and those with this name and its derivatives are likely decenants of Aharon, Moses' brother, and to this day have certain unique roles in Jewish ritual.
It therefore is often not just a last name, but a priestly lineage passed down from father to son (Sorry ladies this is strictly a patriarchal lineage)
It should be noted that just because someone's last name is "Cohen" doesn't mean that he has the status of a Cohen, but it is likley.
To be considered a Cohen, one must have an unbroken tradition, as well as other factors too numerous to mention here. There is even a DNA test for this nowadays.
Another interesting fact:
According to Ripley's Believe It or Not! THE OLDEST SURNAME IN WORLD IS KATZ. Katz is an acronym for the Hebrew words Cohen Tzedek 讻讛谉 爪讚拽 which means "righteous high priest" .
Reply:Seth Cohen is Jewish on his fathers side therefore Cohen is the correct spelling
Reply:Cohen, but Coen is a secularized version. Remember the song "Walking in Memphis?" Marc Coen is Jewish.
Reply:My friend's last name is Cohen.
Reply:cohen
Any knowledgable Jewish historians out there? Help me name the object I have??
I was given this object years ago by my father.
It is about 2 inches long and an 1/8' thick. It's a dark gray metal with Jewish decorations on the topside. The backside is a thin metal backing that can slide off to reveal a small piece of paper with scripture inside written in Hebrew. You wouldn't know the back comes off unless you really examined it.
I was told it was used in WWII by the Jews that didn't want to be caught with a Bible. So they hid the scripture passage inside this tiny knicknack that could be hidden easily.
Can you help me find out what this is called ??
Any knowledgable Jewish historians out there? Help me name the object I have??
This object is called a Mezuzah
Reply:I think it's called the Meht'zuzh
Reply:I don't know but if you go to your local synagogue and ask the rabbi he would know or steer you in the right direction
It is about 2 inches long and an 1/8' thick. It's a dark gray metal with Jewish decorations on the topside. The backside is a thin metal backing that can slide off to reveal a small piece of paper with scripture inside written in Hebrew. You wouldn't know the back comes off unless you really examined it.
I was told it was used in WWII by the Jews that didn't want to be caught with a Bible. So they hid the scripture passage inside this tiny knicknack that could be hidden easily.
Can you help me find out what this is called ??
Any knowledgable Jewish historians out there? Help me name the object I have??
This object is called a Mezuzah
Reply:I think it's called the Meht'zuzh
Reply:I don't know but if you go to your local synagogue and ask the rabbi he would know or steer you in the right direction
Where did the Name Jewish/Jews orignate from?
There was no race in the beginning and God called His people His choosen ones who later became known as the Israelites. So how or who named the Israelites the Jewish Nation and called these people Jews or Jewish people?
Where did the Name Jewish/Jews orignate from?
It is a corruption of the Hebrew word that they used for themselves. It is all explained in the link below.
Reply:An interesting thing happens in the Bible right in the middle of the Joseph story. Suddenly the story stops. We leave off Joseph and return to the land of Canaan to pick up the story of Judah, the fourth oldest of the 12 brothers. And it is not immediately clear why we need to be informed of this slice out of Judah's life at this point in the narrative. (See Book of Genesis, Chapter 38.)
We learn that Judah had three sons and the oldest married a woman named Tamar. He died. Then, according to Jewish law, the second son married Tamar. He also died. Tamar is in line to marry the third son, but Judah stalls. Realizing Judah will not honor the law, and seeing herself growing older and childless, Tamar decides to take the matters into her own hands.
As the Bible tells it, she disguises herself as a prostitute and seduces Judah, who promises her a goat in payment for her services. She holds onto his staff and seal as collateral, but when he arrives with the goat, the "prostitute" is nowhere to be found.
Shortly thereafter, it is discovered that Tamar is pregnant and she is sentenced to death for her promiscuity. Despite her situation, she does not embarrass Judah by revealing that he is the father of her unborn child. Instead, she sends the staff and seal with the request, "Please, recognize to whom this belongs."
These are the very words that Judah had spoken to his father Jacob, when -- after having sold Joseph into slavery -- he and his brothers took Joseph's coat and smeared it with the blood of a goat. They had claimed at the time that Joseph must have been devoured by wild animals.
With the words that remind him of his great sin echoing in his head, Judah confesses, "She is more righteous than I."
Through his admission of guilt, Judah becomes the first person in the Bible to accept responsibility willingly, thereby becoming the archetypal example of sincere and wholehearted repentance. In this he is the model Jewish leader, and the mantle of kingship will forever after belong to the tribe of Judah. His descendants will be King David and King Solomon, as well as the prophesied Messiah. Indeed, the Jews are called Jews after Judah.
Reply:It's from the Hebrew name "Yehudah," which means "praisers of God."
Reply:Okay, so the Bible identifies Abraham as the first Hebrew ("Ivri" in the original). In the modern sense, "Jew" and "Hebrew" are theoretically interchangeable, although "Hebrew" nowadays is primarily used to refer to the language, rather than the people who speak it.
G-d promised Abraham that his progeny would become a great nation, and that all the nations of the world would be blessed through his descendants.
The recipient of Abraham's spiritual heritage was Isaac. Isaac passed it on to Jacob. Jacob was given the name "Israel," after the incident where he wrestled with an angel (check your Bible). The children of Jacob are Israelites. Ten of the Israelite tribes were exiled when the Assyrians invaded, and various theories exist as to where these "Lost Tribes" wound up. The Jews of today are the spiritual, and in most cases biological, descendants of Israel. And most of them are descended from Israel's son Judah (Yehudah). That's where "Jew" (or "Yehudi" in other languages) comes from.
Not all Jews today are Judean, however. Some are Benjaminites (the Southern Kingdom of Judah, that wasn't exiled until much later and whose descendants largely remained Jewish, consisted primarily of the tribes of Judah and Benjamin). Others are Levites (tribe of Levi), and others still are specifically descendants of Aaron, and are called Kohanim ("Priests"). Because specific tribal affiliation passed through the father (unlike Jewishness itself, which comes from the mother), one can sometimes deduce a person's tribal affiliation through their last name. Levi'im (Levites) often have surnames like "Levi," "Levy," "Lewin," etc. Common Kohein surnames include "Cohen," "Kahana," and "Katz" (this last one is an abbreviation for "Kohein TZedek" or "Righteous Priest").
Whether specifically from Judah or not, all of the above groups are referred to as "Jews". And it makes sense even to refer to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob as the first Jews even though they came before Judah, because they are the patriarchs and earliest practitioners of the religion that would later come to be called Judaism. However, you could not call them "Israelites," because they are not children of Israel (that last one IS Israel).
I hope this answers your question - for further reading, please check my list of answers. Several of them address this very same question, and the others you might also find of interest. If you have any further questions, feel free to contact me directly.
Reply:It comes from Yehudah, which means "Praise" in Hebrew.
Reply:Because of the son of Solomon raising taxes, the kingdom split into two nations, Israel and Judah. Those of Judah were called Judaens then latter it was reduced to Jewish or a Jew. It's roots are to the word "praise".
The word Hebrew is thought to come from the name "Eber" who was in the line of Noah's son, Shem.
Reply:It come from the area called Judea
Reply:Bastardizaton of the word Hebrew...
Reply:Just to correct one of the posters--the word "Hebrew"--which of course is in English--does **not** come from one of Shem' sons. In fact, the word derives from the Hebrew word "ivri" which means "one from the other side," in reference to the River Euphrates.
Reply:It comes from the province of Judah, Israel in ancient times
Reply:Those words are derived from Judah, the most powerful of the 12 original tribes and the name of the southern kingdom after the Kingdom of David and Solomon split. After the northern kingdom, Israel, was destroyed, the remaining kingdom continued to be known as Judah, although the term Israel was also used because it originally referred to all of the Chosen People.
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Where did the Name Jewish/Jews orignate from?
It is a corruption of the Hebrew word that they used for themselves. It is all explained in the link below.
Reply:An interesting thing happens in the Bible right in the middle of the Joseph story. Suddenly the story stops. We leave off Joseph and return to the land of Canaan to pick up the story of Judah, the fourth oldest of the 12 brothers. And it is not immediately clear why we need to be informed of this slice out of Judah's life at this point in the narrative. (See Book of Genesis, Chapter 38.)
We learn that Judah had three sons and the oldest married a woman named Tamar. He died. Then, according to Jewish law, the second son married Tamar. He also died. Tamar is in line to marry the third son, but Judah stalls. Realizing Judah will not honor the law, and seeing herself growing older and childless, Tamar decides to take the matters into her own hands.
As the Bible tells it, she disguises herself as a prostitute and seduces Judah, who promises her a goat in payment for her services. She holds onto his staff and seal as collateral, but when he arrives with the goat, the "prostitute" is nowhere to be found.
Shortly thereafter, it is discovered that Tamar is pregnant and she is sentenced to death for her promiscuity. Despite her situation, she does not embarrass Judah by revealing that he is the father of her unborn child. Instead, she sends the staff and seal with the request, "Please, recognize to whom this belongs."
These are the very words that Judah had spoken to his father Jacob, when -- after having sold Joseph into slavery -- he and his brothers took Joseph's coat and smeared it with the blood of a goat. They had claimed at the time that Joseph must have been devoured by wild animals.
With the words that remind him of his great sin echoing in his head, Judah confesses, "She is more righteous than I."
Through his admission of guilt, Judah becomes the first person in the Bible to accept responsibility willingly, thereby becoming the archetypal example of sincere and wholehearted repentance. In this he is the model Jewish leader, and the mantle of kingship will forever after belong to the tribe of Judah. His descendants will be King David and King Solomon, as well as the prophesied Messiah. Indeed, the Jews are called Jews after Judah.
Reply:It's from the Hebrew name "Yehudah," which means "praisers of God."
Reply:Okay, so the Bible identifies Abraham as the first Hebrew ("Ivri" in the original). In the modern sense, "Jew" and "Hebrew" are theoretically interchangeable, although "Hebrew" nowadays is primarily used to refer to the language, rather than the people who speak it.
G-d promised Abraham that his progeny would become a great nation, and that all the nations of the world would be blessed through his descendants.
The recipient of Abraham's spiritual heritage was Isaac. Isaac passed it on to Jacob. Jacob was given the name "Israel," after the incident where he wrestled with an angel (check your Bible). The children of Jacob are Israelites. Ten of the Israelite tribes were exiled when the Assyrians invaded, and various theories exist as to where these "Lost Tribes" wound up. The Jews of today are the spiritual, and in most cases biological, descendants of Israel. And most of them are descended from Israel's son Judah (Yehudah). That's where "Jew" (or "Yehudi" in other languages) comes from.
Not all Jews today are Judean, however. Some are Benjaminites (the Southern Kingdom of Judah, that wasn't exiled until much later and whose descendants largely remained Jewish, consisted primarily of the tribes of Judah and Benjamin). Others are Levites (tribe of Levi), and others still are specifically descendants of Aaron, and are called Kohanim ("Priests"). Because specific tribal affiliation passed through the father (unlike Jewishness itself, which comes from the mother), one can sometimes deduce a person's tribal affiliation through their last name. Levi'im (Levites) often have surnames like "Levi," "Levy," "Lewin," etc. Common Kohein surnames include "Cohen," "Kahana," and "Katz" (this last one is an abbreviation for "Kohein TZedek" or "Righteous Priest").
Whether specifically from Judah or not, all of the above groups are referred to as "Jews". And it makes sense even to refer to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob as the first Jews even though they came before Judah, because they are the patriarchs and earliest practitioners of the religion that would later come to be called Judaism. However, you could not call them "Israelites," because they are not children of Israel (that last one IS Israel).
I hope this answers your question - for further reading, please check my list of answers. Several of them address this very same question, and the others you might also find of interest. If you have any further questions, feel free to contact me directly.
Reply:It comes from Yehudah, which means "Praise" in Hebrew.
Reply:Because of the son of Solomon raising taxes, the kingdom split into two nations, Israel and Judah. Those of Judah were called Judaens then latter it was reduced to Jewish or a Jew. It's roots are to the word "praise".
The word Hebrew is thought to come from the name "Eber" who was in the line of Noah's son, Shem.
Reply:It come from the area called Judea
Reply:Bastardizaton of the word Hebrew...
Reply:Just to correct one of the posters--the word "Hebrew"--which of course is in English--does **not** come from one of Shem' sons. In fact, the word derives from the Hebrew word "ivri" which means "one from the other side," in reference to the River Euphrates.
Reply:It comes from the province of Judah, Israel in ancient times
Reply:Those words are derived from Judah, the most powerful of the 12 original tribes and the name of the southern kingdom after the Kingdom of David and Solomon split. After the northern kingdom, Israel, was destroyed, the remaining kingdom continued to be known as Judah, although the term Israel was also used because it originally referred to all of the Chosen People.
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Whats the name of that jewish remake of "if i were a rich man"?
its like a jewish guy singing about buying a fancy tie, and singing part of that song thats like "if i were a rich man, ....""if i were a wealthy man" and its pretty funny. i heard it on the classical station
Whats the name of that jewish remake of "if i were a rich man"?
It's still called "If I Were a Rich Man".
Reply:Are you talking about the ORIGINAL song from Fiddler on the Roof? If so, then that wasn't a remake.
Whats the name of that jewish remake of "if i were a rich man"?
It's still called "If I Were a Rich Man".
Reply:Are you talking about the ORIGINAL song from Fiddler on the Roof? If so, then that wasn't a remake.
How Do Jewish People Name A Baby Girl?
How do jewish people name a baby girl?
How Do Jewish People Name A Baby Girl?
It depends on the type. Liberal Jews don't do it the same as Orthodox Jews. Liberal Jews modeled something after the brit milah as best they could to make it a celebration - eight days and an aliyah where the mother and father announce it.
Orthodox sects the father will come up and announce the baby girl's name at the bimah. I don't know if they wait eight days in Orthodox or just do it at the next Shabbat.
This of course refers to their Hebrew name. Legally they get named in an identical manner to everyone else.
If you really want to know the specifics or traditions, please look it up - any book on Judaism will tell you, as well as most websites. I am still aware you are the same person trying to get people to do your homework for you.
Reply:My 2 year old grandaughter is named Hannah Brooke. Not sure if they had a naming ceremony, but she's definitely a keeper! My grandson- almost 4 year old Benjamin Reese(aka the Doctor, ha ha) was named after his deceased great grandmother Teresa. ONE Bris ceremony is quite enough for this Gran, thank you very much, but the mohel was great!
Reply:Sigh- I have yet to see so much misinformation an something I considered something so basic- shows how being immersed in something prevents you from seeing how confusing it might be to outsiders!
So: naming a baby girl should be done on the first opportunity after the child is born or as soon as possible. The father is given an aliyah (being called to recite the blessings prior to a section of th Torah being read, and then after the section is finished). After an aliyah, it is common practice to bless the person who has just recited the blessings- at this point an additional blessing is said in which the child is named. Additional blessings are also said for the health of the mother and child.
The naming can be said on ANY occasion on which the Torah is read, there is no need to wait for Shabbos- the baby can be named on a Monday morning, Thursday morning, Rosh Chodesh (New month), Yom Tov (Any major festival) and Chol Hamoed (in between days of Pesach and Sukkot). Many people avoid naming on a fast day even though the Torah is read and the naming could be done then.
As to the name- ANY name is used- Sarah and Rachel are not more common than other names (except in the Lubavitch community where Sarah is used in naming their children after the late Lubavitche Rebbe's wife.) Typically a child is named after a recently deceased relative (or one after whom no one has been named) whom the parents wish to honour and whose memory they wish to have perpetuated through their child.
Note- god parents are NOT involved in the ceremony to name a girl, nor to name a boy (they are involved in the bris (circumcision)- but the naming is part the bris rather than it being a focus). It is common practice to give the god father an aliyah as well when it is possible.
Reply:Ummm, the same way a person of any faith names their child.
Reply:There is a naming ceremony that takes place a week after the baby is born.
During the ceremony the family comes together to welcome the child into the Jewish community and the parents and god-parents participate in blessing the child with her hebrew name.
Reply:Um they give her a name. Generally there is a ceremony 8 days after the girl is born (the same day a boy would have his circumcision) at which she is given her name.
Reply:The same way Christaian people do.
Reply:i think after the grandmother. im not jewish but my bestfriend is. i think first born girl is named after the gandmother. im not sure.
Reply:They always name the first two Rachel and Sarah. After that, I have no idea how they choose a name.
Reply:i don't understand your question
Reply:The Torah tells us that Abraham was blessed with "everything" (Genesis 24:1). The Talmud says this refers to Abraham having a baby girl (Baba Batra 16b). when it says that God gave Abraham this big blessing, it was a baby girl. The daughter was singled out for this great praise.
Why is a baby girl considered "everything?"
With the blessing of a baby daughter comes a realization of the fullness of life. The song says: "thank heaven for little girls." The Jewish people have always 'thanked heaven' for Jewish women, because our survival as a nation has been primarily because of Jewish women. From the birth of our nation, as our Matriarchs guided us through familial challenges, to the slavery in Egypt when the women kept their faith, and the heroines of Esther in Purim and Yael in Chanukah. At every crucial juncture in our history, Jewish women have come to the forefront, steering the Jewish people in the right direction.
Celebrating the birth of a Jewish girl is therefore a celebration of Jewish survival, Jewish values, and Jewish destiny.
The naming of a Jewish girl is a most profound spiritual moment. The Talmud tells us that an angel comes to the parents and whispers the Jewish name that the new daughter will embody. The parents get divine inspiration when they name the baby.
The angel represents the spirituality in a name. The naming of a baby girl is a statement of her character, her specialness, and her path in life. For at the beginning of life we give a name, and at the end of life the Torah teaches us that a "Good Name" is what we take with us. (see Talmud - Brachot 7b, and the Arizal - Sha'ar HaGilgulim 24b)
Naming a Jewish baby is not only a statement of what we hope she will be, but also where she comes from. The Ashkenazi tradition is to name a new baby after a relative that has passed away. In this way, we acknowledge the strong roots that have produced the tree of the Jewish people, and of our own family's character. The Sephardic tradition is similar in philosophy, however the custom is to name after living relatives. (By the way, Sephardi Jews have a special ceremony for naming a baby girl, which appears in the Sephardi siddur immediately after the Torah reading.)
The naming ceremony is linked to the public reading of the Torah. During the Torah reading, the special "Mi Sheberach" blessing is said. The blessing begins with a prayer for the mother's health. It continues with the giving of the baby's name - and a prayer that this new Jewish daughter should grow to be a wise and understanding person of goodness. A Jewish woman of greatness.
The Sages say that a parent receive one-sixtieth of prophecy when picking a name. But that doesn't seem to help parents from agonizing over which name to pick! (see Sefer Ta'amei HaMinhagim 629)
Ashkenazi Jews have the custom to choose a name after a relative who has passed away. This keeps the name and memory alive, and in a metaphysical way forms a bond between the soul of the baby and the deceased relative. This is a great honor to the deceased, because its soul can achieve an elevation based on the good deeds of the namesake. The child, meanwhile, can be inspired by the good qualities of the deceased - and make a deep connection to the past. (see Noam Elimelech - Bamidbar)
When naming a child, it is important to pick a name that will have a positive effect, since every time the child hears it they will be reminded of its meaning (Midrash Tanchuma - Ha'Azinu 7). The child who is called Judah is constantly reminded of how much gratitude we should have toward G-d! Another example of a popular name is "Ari," which is Hebrew for lion. In Jewish literature, the lion is a symbol of a go-getter, someone who sees the opportunity to do a mitzvah, and pounces on it. (see Shulchan Aruch OC 1)
I think it's a good idea to give your child a Hebrew name that can be used in English also (e.g. Miriam, David, Sarah). This way, your child not only has a Hebrew name, but he'll use it, too! This can be an important hedge against assimilation; the Midrash (Bamidbar Raba 20:21) says that the Jewish people were redeemed from Egypt, partly in the merit of having kept their Jewish names amidst the assimilationist society of Egypt. As a child, I had one uncle who always called me by my Jewish name ("Shraga" means candle). I believe that being reminded of my Jewish name all those years was instrumental in maintaining my Jewish identity.
Mazal Tov!
With blessings from Jerusalem,
Rabbi Shraga Simmons
Aish.com
How Do Jewish People Name A Baby Girl?
It depends on the type. Liberal Jews don't do it the same as Orthodox Jews. Liberal Jews modeled something after the brit milah as best they could to make it a celebration - eight days and an aliyah where the mother and father announce it.
Orthodox sects the father will come up and announce the baby girl's name at the bimah. I don't know if they wait eight days in Orthodox or just do it at the next Shabbat.
This of course refers to their Hebrew name. Legally they get named in an identical manner to everyone else.
If you really want to know the specifics or traditions, please look it up - any book on Judaism will tell you, as well as most websites. I am still aware you are the same person trying to get people to do your homework for you.
Reply:My 2 year old grandaughter is named Hannah Brooke. Not sure if they had a naming ceremony, but she's definitely a keeper! My grandson- almost 4 year old Benjamin Reese(aka the Doctor, ha ha) was named after his deceased great grandmother Teresa. ONE Bris ceremony is quite enough for this Gran, thank you very much, but the mohel was great!
Reply:Sigh- I have yet to see so much misinformation an something I considered something so basic- shows how being immersed in something prevents you from seeing how confusing it might be to outsiders!
So: naming a baby girl should be done on the first opportunity after the child is born or as soon as possible. The father is given an aliyah (being called to recite the blessings prior to a section of th Torah being read, and then after the section is finished). After an aliyah, it is common practice to bless the person who has just recited the blessings- at this point an additional blessing is said in which the child is named. Additional blessings are also said for the health of the mother and child.
The naming can be said on ANY occasion on which the Torah is read, there is no need to wait for Shabbos- the baby can be named on a Monday morning, Thursday morning, Rosh Chodesh (New month), Yom Tov (Any major festival) and Chol Hamoed (in between days of Pesach and Sukkot). Many people avoid naming on a fast day even though the Torah is read and the naming could be done then.
As to the name- ANY name is used- Sarah and Rachel are not more common than other names (except in the Lubavitch community where Sarah is used in naming their children after the late Lubavitche Rebbe's wife.) Typically a child is named after a recently deceased relative (or one after whom no one has been named) whom the parents wish to honour and whose memory they wish to have perpetuated through their child.
Note- god parents are NOT involved in the ceremony to name a girl, nor to name a boy (they are involved in the bris (circumcision)- but the naming is part the bris rather than it being a focus). It is common practice to give the god father an aliyah as well when it is possible.
Reply:Ummm, the same way a person of any faith names their child.
Reply:There is a naming ceremony that takes place a week after the baby is born.
During the ceremony the family comes together to welcome the child into the Jewish community and the parents and god-parents participate in blessing the child with her hebrew name.
Reply:Um they give her a name. Generally there is a ceremony 8 days after the girl is born (the same day a boy would have his circumcision) at which she is given her name.
Reply:The same way Christaian people do.
Reply:i think after the grandmother. im not jewish but my bestfriend is. i think first born girl is named after the gandmother. im not sure.
Reply:They always name the first two Rachel and Sarah. After that, I have no idea how they choose a name.
Reply:i don't understand your question
Reply:The Torah tells us that Abraham was blessed with "everything" (Genesis 24:1). The Talmud says this refers to Abraham having a baby girl (Baba Batra 16b). when it says that God gave Abraham this big blessing, it was a baby girl. The daughter was singled out for this great praise.
Why is a baby girl considered "everything?"
With the blessing of a baby daughter comes a realization of the fullness of life. The song says: "thank heaven for little girls." The Jewish people have always 'thanked heaven' for Jewish women, because our survival as a nation has been primarily because of Jewish women. From the birth of our nation, as our Matriarchs guided us through familial challenges, to the slavery in Egypt when the women kept their faith, and the heroines of Esther in Purim and Yael in Chanukah. At every crucial juncture in our history, Jewish women have come to the forefront, steering the Jewish people in the right direction.
Celebrating the birth of a Jewish girl is therefore a celebration of Jewish survival, Jewish values, and Jewish destiny.
The naming of a Jewish girl is a most profound spiritual moment. The Talmud tells us that an angel comes to the parents and whispers the Jewish name that the new daughter will embody. The parents get divine inspiration when they name the baby.
The angel represents the spirituality in a name. The naming of a baby girl is a statement of her character, her specialness, and her path in life. For at the beginning of life we give a name, and at the end of life the Torah teaches us that a "Good Name" is what we take with us. (see Talmud - Brachot 7b, and the Arizal - Sha'ar HaGilgulim 24b)
Naming a Jewish baby is not only a statement of what we hope she will be, but also where she comes from. The Ashkenazi tradition is to name a new baby after a relative that has passed away. In this way, we acknowledge the strong roots that have produced the tree of the Jewish people, and of our own family's character. The Sephardic tradition is similar in philosophy, however the custom is to name after living relatives. (By the way, Sephardi Jews have a special ceremony for naming a baby girl, which appears in the Sephardi siddur immediately after the Torah reading.)
The naming ceremony is linked to the public reading of the Torah. During the Torah reading, the special "Mi Sheberach" blessing is said. The blessing begins with a prayer for the mother's health. It continues with the giving of the baby's name - and a prayer that this new Jewish daughter should grow to be a wise and understanding person of goodness. A Jewish woman of greatness.
The Sages say that a parent receive one-sixtieth of prophecy when picking a name. But that doesn't seem to help parents from agonizing over which name to pick! (see Sefer Ta'amei HaMinhagim 629)
Ashkenazi Jews have the custom to choose a name after a relative who has passed away. This keeps the name and memory alive, and in a metaphysical way forms a bond between the soul of the baby and the deceased relative. This is a great honor to the deceased, because its soul can achieve an elevation based on the good deeds of the namesake. The child, meanwhile, can be inspired by the good qualities of the deceased - and make a deep connection to the past. (see Noam Elimelech - Bamidbar)
When naming a child, it is important to pick a name that will have a positive effect, since every time the child hears it they will be reminded of its meaning (Midrash Tanchuma - Ha'Azinu 7). The child who is called Judah is constantly reminded of how much gratitude we should have toward G-d! Another example of a popular name is "Ari," which is Hebrew for lion. In Jewish literature, the lion is a symbol of a go-getter, someone who sees the opportunity to do a mitzvah, and pounces on it. (see Shulchan Aruch OC 1)
I think it's a good idea to give your child a Hebrew name that can be used in English also (e.g. Miriam, David, Sarah). This way, your child not only has a Hebrew name, but he'll use it, too! This can be an important hedge against assimilation; the Midrash (Bamidbar Raba 20:21) says that the Jewish people were redeemed from Egypt, partly in the merit of having kept their Jewish names amidst the assimilationist society of Egypt. As a child, I had one uncle who always called me by my Jewish name ("Shraga" means candle). I believe that being reminded of my Jewish name all those years was instrumental in maintaining my Jewish identity.
Mazal Tov!
With blessings from Jerusalem,
Rabbi Shraga Simmons
Aish.com
Is there an official name for a Jewish skullcap?
Yes: It is a kippah (kippot is plural), yarmulke, or kappel. Its use is associated with demonstrating respect and reverence for God.
Is there an official name for a Jewish skullcap?
Yes. It's called a Yarmulke in Yiddish and a Kipah in Hebrew.
Either is preferable.
Reply:Official?
Reply:I believe it is called a yah-ma-kah.
'spelled as it sounds'
Reply:yamika
Reply:A kippah, or kappel.
Reply:We used to call it a beanie, but it's a yamulke (ya mull ka)
Reply:Put on your Yamaka
It's time for Hanuka!!!
Reply:It's a yarmulke.
Reply:you mean a Yamika or Kippah? skull cap? lol!
Reply:Recycled foreskin
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Is there an official name for a Jewish skullcap?
Yes. It's called a Yarmulke in Yiddish and a Kipah in Hebrew.
Either is preferable.
Reply:Official?
Reply:I believe it is called a yah-ma-kah.
'spelled as it sounds'
Reply:yamika
Reply:A kippah, or kappel.
Reply:We used to call it a beanie, but it's a yamulke (ya mull ka)
Reply:Put on your Yamaka
It's time for Hanuka!!!
Reply:It's a yarmulke.
Reply:you mean a Yamika or Kippah? skull cap? lol!
Reply:Recycled foreskin
martial arts store
Israel . Whay the Jewish have choosen this name for their country in 1948 ?
Any particular reason ?
Israel . Whay the Jewish have choosen this name for their country in 1948 ?
It has a Biblical origin. God changed Jacob's name to Israel and told him his children would create a great nation.
Reply:that was the name of the Jewish nation when it originally existed 3,000 years ago.
Jews are also called the Children of Israel in the Bible.
Reply:They probably named it after the ancient civilization of Israel thousands of years ago.
Reply:Because the Egyptian High Priest Moses in the first five Books of Talmud, he called them so! Since then, they believe that this is their "name" and gave it to the first country they had!
Reply:What the hell else should they call it? Momma Cohen's liver sausage bar? The name Israel is rooted in Jewish history.
Israel . Whay the Jewish have choosen this name for their country in 1948 ?
It has a Biblical origin. God changed Jacob's name to Israel and told him his children would create a great nation.
Reply:that was the name of the Jewish nation when it originally existed 3,000 years ago.
Jews are also called the Children of Israel in the Bible.
Reply:They probably named it after the ancient civilization of Israel thousands of years ago.
Reply:Because the Egyptian High Priest Moses in the first five Books of Talmud, he called them so! Since then, they believe that this is their "name" and gave it to the first country they had!
Reply:What the hell else should they call it? Momma Cohen's liver sausage bar? The name Israel is rooted in Jewish history.
Is Cahn a Jewish last name?
This is what www.ancestry.com had to say about the name.
Cahn
Jewish: variant of Cohen.
Americanized spelling of North German Kahn.
My other source has much more to say about it.
http://www.houseofnames.com/fc.asp?sId=%26amp;...
hope that helps.
Is Cahn a Jewish last name?
All I know is that Kahn is German. It means jewlery. I hope that helps?
Reply:yes, I think it's similar to Cohen and Kaplan. It definitely has Jewish origins.
Reply:It can be. It can be a variant of Cohen or Americanized version of North German Kahn.
Among Orthodox and Conservative Jews, all you need is a Jewish mother to be considered a Jew, not necessarily a Jewish father.
They state you get the nation from the mother and the tribe from the father. If you don't have a Jewish father you belong to the tribe of the nearest male relative on your mother's side of the family.
Your name could be O'Malley and you are a Jew if you have a Jewish mother.
Reply:You might be interested in this information about the Jewish priestly blessing and its related symbol, which is sometimes associated with the surname Cahn (and variations)...
Kohanim or Cohanim Hands - Priestly Blessing
http://cemeteries.wordpress.com/2006/11/...
Reply:yes very
Reply:Yes, like "Kahane", it is a form of "Cohen", the Hebrew term for a member of the priestly tribe of Levi that offered animal sacrifices to God in the Temple.
The plural of "cohen" is "cohanim". The cohanim could not marry outside their tribe, and their genetic material was thus preserved intact right up to our own time. Cohanim have been identified in modern-day Ethiopia, with exactly the same DNA as their ancestors thousands of years ago.
Reply:Cahn is both a Jewish and a German name. All depends on your background.
Hope that helped.
Cahn
Jewish: variant of Cohen.
Americanized spelling of North German Kahn.
My other source has much more to say about it.
http://www.houseofnames.com/fc.asp?sId=%26amp;...
hope that helps.
Is Cahn a Jewish last name?
All I know is that Kahn is German. It means jewlery. I hope that helps?
Reply:yes, I think it's similar to Cohen and Kaplan. It definitely has Jewish origins.
Reply:It can be. It can be a variant of Cohen or Americanized version of North German Kahn.
Among Orthodox and Conservative Jews, all you need is a Jewish mother to be considered a Jew, not necessarily a Jewish father.
They state you get the nation from the mother and the tribe from the father. If you don't have a Jewish father you belong to the tribe of the nearest male relative on your mother's side of the family.
Your name could be O'Malley and you are a Jew if you have a Jewish mother.
Reply:You might be interested in this information about the Jewish priestly blessing and its related symbol, which is sometimes associated with the surname Cahn (and variations)...
Kohanim or Cohanim Hands - Priestly Blessing
http://cemeteries.wordpress.com/2006/11/...
Reply:yes very
Reply:Yes, like "Kahane", it is a form of "Cohen", the Hebrew term for a member of the priestly tribe of Levi that offered animal sacrifices to God in the Temple.
The plural of "cohen" is "cohanim". The cohanim could not marry outside their tribe, and their genetic material was thus preserved intact right up to our own time. Cohanim have been identified in modern-day Ethiopia, with exactly the same DNA as their ancestors thousands of years ago.
Reply:Cahn is both a Jewish and a German name. All depends on your background.
Hope that helped.
Does the last name Wertheimer sound Jewish to any of you?
Is there any way of knowing for sure?
Does the last name Wertheimer sound Jewish to any of you?
not specifically Jewish but definitely german. what is the person's first name? that would probably clarify it alot more. and in response to the first answer...
WE ARE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT FOR WHAT WE ARE DOING IN OUR COUNTRY, ISRAEL!!!!!!!! MAFISH FALASTIN-THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS PALESTINE!!!!!!
Reply:jews are wrong for what they are doing in palistine
Reply:It is German.
Maybe they are Jewish, but it is not exclusively Jewish.
Reply:If you think they are Jewish, they probably are.
Better safe than sorry, right?
Reply:Sure it does. But why should you judge anyone by their last name unless they judge you by yours?
Reply:It sounds a little bit Jewish, like German Jewish, meaning there probably aren't anymore of them left.
Reply:it sounds german to me
but there's a big possibility
good luck!
women self defense
Does the last name Wertheimer sound Jewish to any of you?
not specifically Jewish but definitely german. what is the person's first name? that would probably clarify it alot more. and in response to the first answer...
WE ARE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT FOR WHAT WE ARE DOING IN OUR COUNTRY, ISRAEL!!!!!!!! MAFISH FALASTIN-THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS PALESTINE!!!!!!
Reply:jews are wrong for what they are doing in palistine
Reply:It is German.
Maybe they are Jewish, but it is not exclusively Jewish.
Reply:If you think they are Jewish, they probably are.
Better safe than sorry, right?
Reply:Sure it does. But why should you judge anyone by their last name unless they judge you by yours?
Reply:It sounds a little bit Jewish, like German Jewish, meaning there probably aren't anymore of them left.
Reply:it sounds german to me
but there's a big possibility
good luck!
women self defense
My grandmother really looks jewish but her last name does not sound jewish I hope someone can help me?
First off not all Jewish people look stereotypical. When I was younger I had blonde hair and I have blue eyes and I am Jewish.
As for the issue concerning your grandmother:
You should ask your grandmother what her maiden name is, to see if it sounds like a Jewish last name. And if it doesn't then ask if she is Jewish. But please ask her as gently as possible, because she may be sensitive to the subject. If she is Jewish, then she may have changed her name in order to avoid anti-Semitism. Or she might have married someone who wasn't Jewish.
My great-great grandmother who was Jewish and whose maiden name was Stein married a Scottish-Baptist and his surname was Walker. She was embarrassed of her Hungarian-Jewish parents who were from the old country. So she married him because she loved him and so she could assimilate and become as much American as possible.
But her daughter on the other hand, my great grandmother married a Green (who was Jewish).
It鈥檚 really funny, how one generation hides who they are while the next generation flaunts their heritage proudly.
Hope you are able to take pride in what ever ethnic group you belong to. Good luck on discovering your roots.
My grandmother really looks jewish but her last name does not sound jewish I hope someone can help me?
There are not all that many purely Jewish names. Cohen and Levy are a couple that are.
A lot of names in the U.S. are identified as Jewish as a large portion of immigrants to this country had certain names while back in their country of origin, the same name was used by Jews and non Jews. For instance, names ending in stein or berg are not necessarily Jewish. Jacobs just means son of Jacob. A lot of Christians gave their children Old Testament names so when surname were taken in the last millennium if a man's father's given name was Jacob, he might have become Jacobs.
Any name can actually be Jewish. Reform Jews define a Jew by the religion alone. Orthodox and Conservative Judaism define a Jew by the mother, alone, not the religion or the father.
They state they get the nation from the mother and the tribe from the father and if they don't have a Jewish father, they belong to the tribe of the nearest male relative on the mother's side of the family. Whereas if they don't have a Jewish mother, even though they have a Jewish father, they aren't considered Jewish by Orthodox and Conservative Judaism.
So your grandmother's maiden name could have been O'Brien and she still could be Jewish.
Reply:Not everyone who looks Jewish is Jewish. People from different ethnic backgrounds sometimes have similar features. Every nationality is going to have people with large and small noses, and so on. Since your grandma is still alive you can ask her about her background. Who knows maybe she is Jewish, but how will you know without asking her?
Reply:You can't tell if someone is Jewish by their looks or their name. I am Italian and Catholic and my name is Jewy Sapperstein. See.
Reply:Help you what? Determine if she's Jewish?
Here's an idea: ask her. Or ask you mom or dad -- whoever's mom she is.
And why would it matter? And what does "looks Jewish" even mean?
Reply:help you how ? Some Jews look like the stereotype, most don't.
A name can be changed.
ask about your ancestry, it is a natural question
Reply:HELLO ,Why does it matter that ur grandmas name doesnt sound jewish.She is a beautiful person no matter what anyone thinks or says .The beauty comes from within.blessings to u n urs .
Reply:No one "looks" Jewish, and if her last name isn't Jewish then there's a very small chance that she actually is. You could just ask her though.
Reply:Just because you place a question mark at the end of your statement does not mean that you have asked a question. Thanks for trying.
Reply:Ask...her...? Maybe her husband was not jewish, that's why her last name does not sound jewish.
Reply:Ask your grandma (in a really accusatory voice) GRANDMA, ARE YOU A JEW????????????
Reply:There is no Jewish look.
All the best.
Reply: Well is she Jewish or not? this is the Question?
Reply:friendo...you are dumb
As for the issue concerning your grandmother:
You should ask your grandmother what her maiden name is, to see if it sounds like a Jewish last name. And if it doesn't then ask if she is Jewish. But please ask her as gently as possible, because she may be sensitive to the subject. If she is Jewish, then she may have changed her name in order to avoid anti-Semitism. Or she might have married someone who wasn't Jewish.
My great-great grandmother who was Jewish and whose maiden name was Stein married a Scottish-Baptist and his surname was Walker. She was embarrassed of her Hungarian-Jewish parents who were from the old country. So she married him because she loved him and so she could assimilate and become as much American as possible.
But her daughter on the other hand, my great grandmother married a Green (who was Jewish).
It鈥檚 really funny, how one generation hides who they are while the next generation flaunts their heritage proudly.
Hope you are able to take pride in what ever ethnic group you belong to. Good luck on discovering your roots.
My grandmother really looks jewish but her last name does not sound jewish I hope someone can help me?
There are not all that many purely Jewish names. Cohen and Levy are a couple that are.
A lot of names in the U.S. are identified as Jewish as a large portion of immigrants to this country had certain names while back in their country of origin, the same name was used by Jews and non Jews. For instance, names ending in stein or berg are not necessarily Jewish. Jacobs just means son of Jacob. A lot of Christians gave their children Old Testament names so when surname were taken in the last millennium if a man's father's given name was Jacob, he might have become Jacobs.
Any name can actually be Jewish. Reform Jews define a Jew by the religion alone. Orthodox and Conservative Judaism define a Jew by the mother, alone, not the religion or the father.
They state they get the nation from the mother and the tribe from the father and if they don't have a Jewish father, they belong to the tribe of the nearest male relative on the mother's side of the family. Whereas if they don't have a Jewish mother, even though they have a Jewish father, they aren't considered Jewish by Orthodox and Conservative Judaism.
So your grandmother's maiden name could have been O'Brien and she still could be Jewish.
Reply:Not everyone who looks Jewish is Jewish. People from different ethnic backgrounds sometimes have similar features. Every nationality is going to have people with large and small noses, and so on. Since your grandma is still alive you can ask her about her background. Who knows maybe she is Jewish, but how will you know without asking her?
Reply:You can't tell if someone is Jewish by their looks or their name. I am Italian and Catholic and my name is Jewy Sapperstein. See.
Reply:Help you what? Determine if she's Jewish?
Here's an idea: ask her. Or ask you mom or dad -- whoever's mom she is.
And why would it matter? And what does "looks Jewish" even mean?
Reply:help you how ? Some Jews look like the stereotype, most don't.
A name can be changed.
ask about your ancestry, it is a natural question
Reply:HELLO ,Why does it matter that ur grandmas name doesnt sound jewish.She is a beautiful person no matter what anyone thinks or says .The beauty comes from within.blessings to u n urs .
Reply:No one "looks" Jewish, and if her last name isn't Jewish then there's a very small chance that she actually is. You could just ask her though.
Reply:Just because you place a question mark at the end of your statement does not mean that you have asked a question. Thanks for trying.
Reply:Ask...her...? Maybe her husband was not jewish, that's why her last name does not sound jewish.
Reply:Ask your grandma (in a really accusatory voice) GRANDMA, ARE YOU A JEW????????????
Reply:There is no Jewish look.
All the best.
Reply: Well is she Jewish or not? this is the Question?
Reply:friendo...you are dumb
Is Shaw a Jewish last name?
Just wanted to know.
Is Shaw a Jewish last name?
It is an English topographic name but it was established in Ireland in the 17th century.
It is also Scottish and Irish as an English form of
Siteach (wolf)
Americanized form of some like sounding Ashkenazi Jewish name.
Any name can be Jewish. Jews do not agree on the definition of a Jew.
Reform Judaism defines a Jew by the religion only.
Orthodox and Conservative Judaism defines a Jew by the mother only,not the father or necessarily the religion. They state they get the nation from the mother and the tribe from the father and if they don't have a Jewish father they belong to the tribe of the nearest male relative on the mother's side of the family. So as long as they have a Jewish mother, even though they have renounced their Jewish faith, the Orthodox and Conservative Judaism defines them as a Jew. Whereas if they don't have a Jewish mother, they do not consider them Jewish.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ashkenazi_J...
There are very few exclusively Jewish names. A lot of names are identified as Jewish in the U.S. as a large portion of immigrants with certain names were Jewish while back in their countries of origin, the same name was used by Jews and non Jews. For instance names ending 'stein' 'berg' 'burg' etc are not exclusively Jewish names.
Reply:The only Shaw who automatically comes to mind is George Bernard Shaw (1856-1950), who was born in Dublin, Ireland, of Scottish Protestant ancestry. The Shaw surname was originally Scottish and meant "a lawn, or plain, surrounded by tree, or an open space between the trees."
Attributing nationality, ethnicity, or religion to any surname is a difficult exercise at best without adequate documentation. Even though some last names are common Jewish last names, they are also common last names among non-Jews as well.
Reply:I don't think so. It might be English.
http://www.genealogytoday.com/surname/fi...
Is Shaw a Jewish last name?
It is an English topographic name but it was established in Ireland in the 17th century.
It is also Scottish and Irish as an English form of
Siteach (wolf)
Americanized form of some like sounding Ashkenazi Jewish name.
Any name can be Jewish. Jews do not agree on the definition of a Jew.
Reform Judaism defines a Jew by the religion only.
Orthodox and Conservative Judaism defines a Jew by the mother only,not the father or necessarily the religion. They state they get the nation from the mother and the tribe from the father and if they don't have a Jewish father they belong to the tribe of the nearest male relative on the mother's side of the family. So as long as they have a Jewish mother, even though they have renounced their Jewish faith, the Orthodox and Conservative Judaism defines them as a Jew. Whereas if they don't have a Jewish mother, they do not consider them Jewish.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ashkenazi_J...
There are very few exclusively Jewish names. A lot of names are identified as Jewish in the U.S. as a large portion of immigrants with certain names were Jewish while back in their countries of origin, the same name was used by Jews and non Jews. For instance names ending 'stein' 'berg' 'burg' etc are not exclusively Jewish names.
Reply:The only Shaw who automatically comes to mind is George Bernard Shaw (1856-1950), who was born in Dublin, Ireland, of Scottish Protestant ancestry. The Shaw surname was originally Scottish and meant "a lawn, or plain, surrounded by tree, or an open space between the trees."
Attributing nationality, ethnicity, or religion to any surname is a difficult exercise at best without adequate documentation. Even though some last names are common Jewish last names, they are also common last names among non-Jews as well.
Reply:I don't think so. It might be English.
http://www.genealogytoday.com/surname/fi...
Is Livezey a Jewish last name?
No way to know. Jews scattered across the world. Many married outside of their culture. So last names are not really indicative of their culture, only of the national orgin of the name. Case in point: I know a practicing Jew whose last name is Thompson!
Is Livezey a Jewish last name?
Very possibly off the top of my head, could be a variation of Levy (Levi,Levine, Levin, Levey). A common Jewish surname. There a number of distinctive Jewish surnames such as Levy or Cohen.
Is Livezey a Jewish last name?
Very possibly off the top of my head, could be a variation of Levy (Levi,Levine, Levin, Levey). A common Jewish surname. There a number of distinctive Jewish surnames such as Levy or Cohen.
What is the name of the movie where hitler killed all the jewish?
That would be every movie ever made about Hitler. Do you want me to list them all?
What is the name of the movie where hitler killed all the jewish?
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! Wtf? What kind of description is that? The movie where hitler killed all the jewish? What movie would hitler not kill the jewish?
Reply:idk, diary of anne frank?
When hitler killed the jews, it was called the Holocaust.
Reply:The Halocaust
Reply:I think you are talking about the Schindler's List.
qigong
What is the name of the movie where hitler killed all the jewish?
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! Wtf? What kind of description is that? The movie where hitler killed all the jewish? What movie would hitler not kill the jewish?
Reply:idk, diary of anne frank?
When hitler killed the jews, it was called the Holocaust.
Reply:The Halocaust
Reply:I think you are talking about the Schindler's List.
qigong
Is the TURNER family name Jewish ?
The equivalent is asking if the name Smith is a Baptist name. In fact, a last name has nothing to do at all with what religion a person might be. SOME last names are historically linked to certain groups..but it is not a rule, at all.
Your goal would be to think in terms of INDIVIDUAL persons who are related to you. Example..if gr gr grandpa was John Turner, and he HAPPENED TO be Jewish, then he is. His brother may have chosen to attend the Catholic church. And their cousin could have been affiliated with Lutherans. All are still related. That does not mean that ALL Turners are related, since that is not true anyway.
Is the TURNER family name Jewish ?
ANY name can be "Jewish". Through DNA testing, I have learned that my ancestors included Ashkenazi Jews, Sephardic Jews, and "Mosaic" Jews.
In his book, "A History of the Jews in the Modern World", Howard M. Sachar shows that Jews often adopted the names (and many of the customs) in whatever country they abided in, whether Russia, Poland, Germany, Syria, Turkey, France, Spain, England, or North Africa.
So, if you can't find out through the paper trail, go for a DNA test.
You should start by asking all your living relatives about family history. Then, armed with that information, you can go to your public library and check to see if it has a genealogy department. Most do nowadays; also, don't forget to check at community colleges, universities, etc. Our public library has both www.ancestry.com and www.heritagequest.com free for anyone to use (no library card required).
Another place to check out is any of the Mormon's Family History Centers. They allow people to search for their family history (and, NO, they don't try to convert you).
A third option is one of the following websites:
http://www.searchforancestors.com/...
http://www.censusrecords.net/?o_xid=2739...
www dot usgenweb dot com/
www dot census dot gov/
http://www.rootsweb.com/
www dot ukgenweb dot com/
www dot archives dot gov/
http://www.familysearch.org/
http://www.accessgenealogy.com/...
http://www.cyndislist.com/
www dot geni dot com/
Cyndi's has the most links to genealogy websites, whether ship's passenger lists, ancestors from Africa, ancestors from the Philippines, where ever and whatever.
Of course, you may be successful by googling: "john doe, born 1620, plimouth, massachusetts" as an example.
Good luck and have fun!
Check out this article on five great free genealogy websites:
www dot associatedcontent dot com/article...
Then there is the DNA test; if you decide you want to REALLY know where your ancestors came from opt for the DNA test. Besides all the mistakes that officials commonly make, from 10% to 20% of birth certificates list the father wrong; that is, mama was doing the hanky-panky and someone else was the REAL father. That won't show up on the internet or in books; it WILL show up in DNA.
I used www.familytreedna.com which works with the National Geographics Genotype Program.
Don't give up, keep looking!
Your goal would be to think in terms of INDIVIDUAL persons who are related to you. Example..if gr gr grandpa was John Turner, and he HAPPENED TO be Jewish, then he is. His brother may have chosen to attend the Catholic church. And their cousin could have been affiliated with Lutherans. All are still related. That does not mean that ALL Turners are related, since that is not true anyway.
Is the TURNER family name Jewish ?
ANY name can be "Jewish". Through DNA testing, I have learned that my ancestors included Ashkenazi Jews, Sephardic Jews, and "Mosaic" Jews.
In his book, "A History of the Jews in the Modern World", Howard M. Sachar shows that Jews often adopted the names (and many of the customs) in whatever country they abided in, whether Russia, Poland, Germany, Syria, Turkey, France, Spain, England, or North Africa.
So, if you can't find out through the paper trail, go for a DNA test.
You should start by asking all your living relatives about family history. Then, armed with that information, you can go to your public library and check to see if it has a genealogy department. Most do nowadays; also, don't forget to check at community colleges, universities, etc. Our public library has both www.ancestry.com and www.heritagequest.com free for anyone to use (no library card required).
Another place to check out is any of the Mormon's Family History Centers. They allow people to search for their family history (and, NO, they don't try to convert you).
A third option is one of the following websites:
http://www.searchforancestors.com/...
http://www.censusrecords.net/?o_xid=2739...
www dot usgenweb dot com/
www dot census dot gov/
http://www.rootsweb.com/
www dot ukgenweb dot com/
www dot archives dot gov/
http://www.familysearch.org/
http://www.accessgenealogy.com/...
http://www.cyndislist.com/
www dot geni dot com/
Cyndi's has the most links to genealogy websites, whether ship's passenger lists, ancestors from Africa, ancestors from the Philippines, where ever and whatever.
Of course, you may be successful by googling: "john doe, born 1620, plimouth, massachusetts" as an example.
Good luck and have fun!
Check out this article on five great free genealogy websites:
www dot associatedcontent dot com/article...
Then there is the DNA test; if you decide you want to REALLY know where your ancestors came from opt for the DNA test. Besides all the mistakes that officials commonly make, from 10% to 20% of birth certificates list the father wrong; that is, mama was doing the hanky-panky and someone else was the REAL father. That won't show up on the internet or in books; it WILL show up in DNA.
I used www.familytreedna.com which works with the National Geographics Genotype Program.
Don't give up, keep looking!
What is the name of the song they play during jewish weddings?
Probably Od Yishama (you can find it on youtube).
The words are (from Jeremiah 33:10-11): Od yishama bi'arei Yehudah uvichutzot Yerushalayim, kol sason vikol simchah kol chattan vikol kallah. Translated: "It will yet be heard in the cities of Judea and the parts of Jerusalem, the voice of joy and the voice of gladness, the voice of the bridegroom and the voice of the bride"
What is the name of the song they play during jewish weddings?
Try this website:
http://www.jewish-wedding-rabbi.com/proc...
Reply:um.. there are a lot of songs...
od yeshama veyareh yehuda...
ashit chayil...
or search it by artist
yaakov shwekey
MBD
avraham fried
Reply:Hava Nagila
Ha-va Na-gi-la
Reply:I'm pretty sure its called "Hava Nagila" (not positive on the spelling though)
Reply:Ring around the rosie?
The words are (from Jeremiah 33:10-11): Od yishama bi'arei Yehudah uvichutzot Yerushalayim, kol sason vikol simchah kol chattan vikol kallah. Translated: "It will yet be heard in the cities of Judea and the parts of Jerusalem, the voice of joy and the voice of gladness, the voice of the bridegroom and the voice of the bride"
What is the name of the song they play during jewish weddings?
Try this website:
http://www.jewish-wedding-rabbi.com/proc...
Reply:um.. there are a lot of songs...
od yeshama veyareh yehuda...
ashit chayil...
or search it by artist
yaakov shwekey
MBD
avraham fried
Reply:Hava Nagila
Ha-va Na-gi-la
Reply:I'm pretty sure its called "Hava Nagila" (not positive on the spelling though)
Reply:Ring around the rosie?
Need name of a Russian Jewish Women famous in modern history. Prehaps a nurse?
Perhap I could find the name you give me on a website with a picture. I am doing bios of famous women for a school project. Are there any female russian jewish person born in Russia that became famous in this era?
Need name of a Russian Jewish Women famous in modern history. Prehaps a nurse?
How about Betty Freidan? She was jewish (although not born in Russia,) and although not a nurse, a lot of her work was connected with women's health issues. She was born in the U.S. on February 4, 1921-2006. For her 15th college reunion, Friedan conducted a survey of Smith College Graduates, which focused on their education, their subsequent experiences, and the satisfaction with their present lives. Her articles on the survey, which lamented to lost potential of her classmates and present-day women college students, was submitted to women鈥檚 magazines in 1958, but editors rejected it because it bothered some people.
She then decided to rework and expand the article into a book. The book was published in 1963, and was titled The Feminine Mystique. Friedan's book detailed the frustrating lives of countless American women who were expected to find fulfillment primarily through the achievements of husbands and children. The book made an enormous impact, triggering a period of change that continues today. She also helped to create NARAL (National Abortion Rights Action League)
http://www.umt.edu/wcenter/default_files...
Reply:i am not sure but check out the famous author Ayn Rand. i am not sure if she was born in russia or not
Reply:Ayn Rand.
And thank God for her!
Reply:Ayn Rand was Russian (and famous), but she was an atheist Jew.
Need name of a Russian Jewish Women famous in modern history. Prehaps a nurse?
How about Betty Freidan? She was jewish (although not born in Russia,) and although not a nurse, a lot of her work was connected with women's health issues. She was born in the U.S. on February 4, 1921-2006. For her 15th college reunion, Friedan conducted a survey of Smith College Graduates, which focused on their education, their subsequent experiences, and the satisfaction with their present lives. Her articles on the survey, which lamented to lost potential of her classmates and present-day women college students, was submitted to women鈥檚 magazines in 1958, but editors rejected it because it bothered some people.
She then decided to rework and expand the article into a book. The book was published in 1963, and was titled The Feminine Mystique. Friedan's book detailed the frustrating lives of countless American women who were expected to find fulfillment primarily through the achievements of husbands and children. The book made an enormous impact, triggering a period of change that continues today. She also helped to create NARAL (National Abortion Rights Action League)
http://www.umt.edu/wcenter/default_files...
Reply:i am not sure but check out the famous author Ayn Rand. i am not sure if she was born in russia or not
Reply:Ayn Rand.
And thank God for her!
Reply:Ayn Rand was Russian (and famous), but she was an atheist Jew.
Is Doroski a jewish last name?
Hard to say. It looks Slavic or Polish (stereotypically), but I couldn't tell you the religion.
Is Doroski a jewish last name?
It might be both Polish Catholic and Polish Jewish. My surname is Bukowski, and I'm Polish Catholic....and have many relatives with this surname who are Catholic....but I've read that Bukowski is also a Jewish surname. That might also be true of the surname Doroski being both Catholic and Jewish.
Reply:It is a Slavic surname, but not specific to any one religion.
Reply:it's polish.
anything that ends in "ski" is polish.
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Is Doroski a jewish last name?
It might be both Polish Catholic and Polish Jewish. My surname is Bukowski, and I'm Polish Catholic....and have many relatives with this surname who are Catholic....but I've read that Bukowski is also a Jewish surname. That might also be true of the surname Doroski being both Catholic and Jewish.
Reply:It is a Slavic surname, but not specific to any one religion.
Reply:it's polish.
anything that ends in "ski" is polish.
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Did many Jews take on the name "Evans"? Were Jewish populations of London,Swansea, & Manchester high?
Since "who is Jewish" follows through the mother, it could have been that a woman married a non-Jew named Evans, or that when someone Jewish enetered England they changed their name so they wouldn't be discriminated against.
Did many Jews take on the name "Evans"? Were Jewish populations of London,Swansea, %26amp; Manchester high?
Sorry, don't know the direct answer to your question, but:
Evan (English), from Iefan, a Welsh form of John, which is from the Hebrew Yochanan.
http://www.behindthename.com/name/evan
Did many Jews take on the name "Evans"? Were Jewish populations of London,Swansea, %26amp; Manchester high?
Sorry, don't know the direct answer to your question, but:
Evan (English), from Iefan, a Welsh form of John, which is from the Hebrew Yochanan.
http://www.behindthename.com/name/evan
Is "Christian" a good name for a Jewish baby?
My wife wants to name him "moishe", but I think "Christian" is a better name. Is that a good name for a Jewish baby?
Is "Christian" a good name for a Jewish baby?
No.
Poor kid
Reply:It's going to be with him for the rest of his life. He will grow up and work with others. His name will be in the back of their mind, and it may carry some negative associations.
People don't' give others a fair shake for the most nearsighted reasons.
I meant no disrespect. Report Abuse
Reply:That's really funny because the baby is Jewish and you would name them another religion. But to me it would be kind of cool so why not.
Reply:Its ag good name more funny than anything though its very interesting
Reply:it's perfectly ironic. Go for something that's not on either end of the spectrum. There are plenty of names that won't identify your child as jewish or christian (not that it's wrong to do that...)
Choosing a name for your baby is tougher than I ever imagined. Good luck to you!
Reply:If that's what you want to name him, you're the parents, but think of how it will affect him in life.
Reply:If the baby will be raised with Jewish identity, uh, no, NOT a good name. Reverse the religions involved and consider this. Would you want to have a Christian son named Jew? Can you imagine how his classmates and church friends would respond? Jewish kids will feel exactly the same way about having one of their number named for a religion they don't believe or understand. Very bad idea.
But if your child won't be raised going to synagogue and having Judaism as his religious identity, then it's probably not that big of a deal.
Is "Christian" a good name for a Jewish baby?
No.
Poor kid
Reply:It's going to be with him for the rest of his life. He will grow up and work with others. His name will be in the back of their mind, and it may carry some negative associations.
People don't' give others a fair shake for the most nearsighted reasons.
I meant no disrespect. Report Abuse
Reply:That's really funny because the baby is Jewish and you would name them another religion. But to me it would be kind of cool so why not.
Reply:Its ag good name more funny than anything though its very interesting
Reply:it's perfectly ironic. Go for something that's not on either end of the spectrum. There are plenty of names that won't identify your child as jewish or christian (not that it's wrong to do that...)
Choosing a name for your baby is tougher than I ever imagined. Good luck to you!
Reply:If that's what you want to name him, you're the parents, but think of how it will affect him in life.
Reply:If the baby will be raised with Jewish identity, uh, no, NOT a good name. Reverse the religions involved and consider this. Would you want to have a Christian son named Jew? Can you imagine how his classmates and church friends would respond? Jewish kids will feel exactly the same way about having one of their number named for a religion they don't believe or understand. Very bad idea.
But if your child won't be raised going to synagogue and having Judaism as his religious identity, then it's probably not that big of a deal.
Are there any written histories that corroborate the existence of a rabble rousing Jewish rabbi named Jesus?
Or of a name and lineage that corresponds with the Bible stories?
Are there any written histories that corroborate the existence of a rabble rousing Jewish rabbi named Jesus?
The only seemingly contemporary accounts were added to existing histories much later - so No, there aren't
See:
http://rationalrevolution.net/articles/j...
Reply:The so called New Testements of the Bible are the only account of the Life of Jesus. That said, the mere fact that the testements reflect the views of four primary and several secondary sources (there are other 'Gospels' they were simply not given the star spot but exist as 'extras'), that counts as a 'preponderance' of evidence but yes one would think it odd that some neutral Roman did not jot down the tale (s)...
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Reply:Yeshua was and still is a very common name amongst Jews, so any mention of someone with the name could have been tens of thousands at the time.
As for rabbis, they only came into existence after the temple was destroyed. So during Jesus time there were no rabbis.
Reply:Some scholars argue (although many also dispute) that Josephus in his ANTIQUITIES OF THE JEWS mentions Jesus twice, although Origen, one of the greatest of the early theologians, claimed Josephus said no such thing. There are some very good articles on the Web on the topic.
Reply:Iinteresting question. Jesus was a fairly common name at the time and there were were several rabbis (that doesn't look right - how do you pluralize rabbi?) named Jesus.
Are there any written histories that corroborate the existence of a rabble rousing Jewish rabbi named Jesus?
The only seemingly contemporary accounts were added to existing histories much later - so No, there aren't
See:
http://rationalrevolution.net/articles/j...
Reply:The so called New Testements of the Bible are the only account of the Life of Jesus. That said, the mere fact that the testements reflect the views of four primary and several secondary sources (there are other 'Gospels' they were simply not given the star spot but exist as 'extras'), that counts as a 'preponderance' of evidence but yes one would think it odd that some neutral Roman did not jot down the tale (s)...
Peace///////////////\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\...
Reply:Yeshua was and still is a very common name amongst Jews, so any mention of someone with the name could have been tens of thousands at the time.
As for rabbis, they only came into existence after the temple was destroyed. So during Jesus time there were no rabbis.
Reply:Some scholars argue (although many also dispute) that Josephus in his ANTIQUITIES OF THE JEWS mentions Jesus twice, although Origen, one of the greatest of the early theologians, claimed Josephus said no such thing. There are some very good articles on the Web on the topic.
Reply:Iinteresting question. Jesus was a fairly common name at the time and there were were several rabbis (that doesn't look right - how do you pluralize rabbi?) named Jesus.
I need a name of a Jewish troubador from the middle ages-18th century?
Mmm...
Here are some of the Jewish medieval troubadours I can think of at the moment:
*Solomon ibn Gabirol/ R' Shlomoh Ibn Gbirol /HaRashbag
*Yehuda Halevi
*Yehuda Alharizi
*Moses ibn Ezra/ Mosheh Ibn Ezra
I need a name of a Jewish troubador from the middle ages-18th century?
Your question isn't very clear. The 18th century isn't considered part of the Middle Ages. Here is something from Wikipedia that may be what you are looking for.
Berl Broder (1815鈥?868), born Berl Margulis was a Ukrainian Jew, the most famous of the Broder singers, 19th century Jewish singers comparable to the troubadours or Minnes盲nger, and reputed the first to be both a singer and an actor. Thirty of his songs survive; of these, 24 are in the form of dialogues, usually between craftsmen such as tailors or shoemakers; his songs are seen as a precursor to Yiddish theater.
He childhood was taken up with religious studies at home, until his father's death when he was 16. A handsome, bright young man with a good voice, he taught himself the violin. He worked briefly as a brushmaker; his co-workers became his first audience, and he developed a reputation for always having a rhyme or a proverb.
From some time in his late teens or early twenties, he headed on the road as an itinerant performer, along with two other singers, one of whom was also a tailor who made costumes for the troupe. It is believed that many of his songs were improvised on the spot; only thirty survive in written form.
After leaving Brody, he never settled in any one place; he was also known as a heavy drinker. He died in Ploie艧ti, Romania.
After more searching, I believe ellentari's response is the name you were looking for.
Reply:Isaac b. Abraham HaGorni
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Here are some of the Jewish medieval troubadours I can think of at the moment:
*Solomon ibn Gabirol/ R' Shlomoh Ibn Gbirol /HaRashbag
*Yehuda Halevi
*Yehuda Alharizi
*Moses ibn Ezra/ Mosheh Ibn Ezra
I need a name of a Jewish troubador from the middle ages-18th century?
Your question isn't very clear. The 18th century isn't considered part of the Middle Ages. Here is something from Wikipedia that may be what you are looking for.
Berl Broder (1815鈥?868), born Berl Margulis was a Ukrainian Jew, the most famous of the Broder singers, 19th century Jewish singers comparable to the troubadours or Minnes盲nger, and reputed the first to be both a singer and an actor. Thirty of his songs survive; of these, 24 are in the form of dialogues, usually between craftsmen such as tailors or shoemakers; his songs are seen as a precursor to Yiddish theater.
He childhood was taken up with religious studies at home, until his father's death when he was 16. A handsome, bright young man with a good voice, he taught himself the violin. He worked briefly as a brushmaker; his co-workers became his first audience, and he developed a reputation for always having a rhyme or a proverb.
From some time in his late teens or early twenties, he headed on the road as an itinerant performer, along with two other singers, one of whom was also a tailor who made costumes for the troupe. It is believed that many of his songs were improvised on the spot; only thirty survive in written form.
After leaving Brody, he never settled in any one place; he was also known as a heavy drinker. He died in Ploie艧ti, Romania.
After more searching, I believe ellentari's response is the name you were looking for.
Reply:Isaac b. Abraham HaGorni
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Would a Jewish family ever really name a daughter Lilith?
Lilith was a funny and tempestuous character on the sitcoms 'Cheers' and 'Frasier'. As Frasier's ex-wife, she was not a regular on either series, but rather someone who popped in and out occasionally just to let Frasier know she was thinking about him, and not necessarily in a kindly way. Lilith was Jewish, and like Frasier himself, she was also a psychiatrist with her own set of vulnerabilities.
According to the Columbia Viking Desk Encyclopedia (printed and not online version for a change!), "Lilith (was) in Jewish folklore, a vampirelike child killer and nocturnal female demon. According to legend, the first wife of Adam. Originally Assyrian storm deity."
'Lilith Fair' was a series of folk and rock concerts that celebrated female artists. Presumably it was named in her honour.
What do Jewish people really think about the name Lilith?
Would a Jewish family ever really name a daughter Lilith?
Lilith is not a Jewish name. That said not all Jews have particularly Jewish names especially if they are not orthodox. Others have Jewish names that are used in school/synagogue but are called by their non-Jewish nickname by friend and family.
Therefore, although Lilith is not a Jewish name, it's possible some Jewish people do use that name.
According to the Torah - Adam never had a different wife - I don't know where you got that.
You wrote: "Lilith (was) in Jewish folklore, a vampirelike child killer and nocturnal female demon." I really don't know what you are talking about. Most of our work is in Hebrew, and it could be that they translated a Hebrew name to Lilith - therefore I don't know about it. Though it doesn't really make sense, since most "demons" or angels are referred to as male.
Reply:from a more educated standpoint i will tell you something allot of People don't know,Lilith is the name of the female side of the ''samech mem'' which is the satanic and negative power,in kabbalah Report Abuse
Reply:Phil Lynnot!
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Nothing to do with your question......
..........i just thought of him.......
...........Thinn Lizzy.......you like?
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Reply:they like it!
Reply:You need to get a life and ask more pertinent questions.
Reply:I'm going to name my first daughter "Vampirelike Child Killer." She's going to love kindergarten!
Reply:I'm not Jewish, but I love the name. My cat's name is Lily.
According to the Columbia Viking Desk Encyclopedia (printed and not online version for a change!), "Lilith (was) in Jewish folklore, a vampirelike child killer and nocturnal female demon. According to legend, the first wife of Adam. Originally Assyrian storm deity."
'Lilith Fair' was a series of folk and rock concerts that celebrated female artists. Presumably it was named in her honour.
What do Jewish people really think about the name Lilith?
Would a Jewish family ever really name a daughter Lilith?
Lilith is not a Jewish name. That said not all Jews have particularly Jewish names especially if they are not orthodox. Others have Jewish names that are used in school/synagogue but are called by their non-Jewish nickname by friend and family.
Therefore, although Lilith is not a Jewish name, it's possible some Jewish people do use that name.
According to the Torah - Adam never had a different wife - I don't know where you got that.
You wrote: "Lilith (was) in Jewish folklore, a vampirelike child killer and nocturnal female demon." I really don't know what you are talking about. Most of our work is in Hebrew, and it could be that they translated a Hebrew name to Lilith - therefore I don't know about it. Though it doesn't really make sense, since most "demons" or angels are referred to as male.
Reply:from a more educated standpoint i will tell you something allot of People don't know,Lilith is the name of the female side of the ''samech mem'' which is the satanic and negative power,in kabbalah Report Abuse
Reply:Phil Lynnot!
**************************************...
Nothing to do with your question......
..........i just thought of him.......
...........Thinn Lizzy.......you like?
**************************************...
Reply:they like it!
Reply:You need to get a life and ask more pertinent questions.
Reply:I'm going to name my first daughter "Vampirelike Child Killer." She's going to love kindergarten!
Reply:I'm not Jewish, but I love the name. My cat's name is Lily.
Is Afflalo from DET jewish? I know for sure that's a jewish family name from North Africa...?
his a Bruin, like Jordan Farmar so yes
Is Afflalo from DET jewish? I know for sure that's a jewish family name from North Africa...?
Rip Hamilton and Sheed are Jewish too.
But I could be sarcastic.
Reply:who cares
Is Afflalo from DET jewish? I know for sure that's a jewish family name from North Africa...?
Rip Hamilton and Sheed are Jewish too.
But I could be sarcastic.
Reply:who cares
How am I supposed to believe that a retired Floridian Jewish guy named Hyman Roth was a mobster?
This guy from Godfather II has none of the characteristics of a Jewish mobster! He reminds me of my grandfather. I'm Jewish so I should know. This isn't Bugsy, this is the guy who hangs out at my local deli and argues about the soup! His house is simple and looks like something from the middle class neighborhoods in Ft. Lauderdale. Why wasn't he living in a mansion on the coast? Was this something that was written into the script by someone else? It's like someone wrote Barney into Jurasic Park!
How am I supposed to believe that a retired Floridian Jewish guy named Hyman Roth was a mobster?
get ur facts strait girlfriend that dude wuz muslimmmmmmmmm
circumcisezd hymen ftw
Reply:His character is based on Meyer Lansky, who seemed to be a mild mannered businessman to all who met him. Those inside the mob and law enforcement, however, knew he could be ruthless when he needed to be. He kept away from violence personally; he was too smart for that.
How am I supposed to believe that a retired Floridian Jewish guy named Hyman Roth was a mobster?
get ur facts strait girlfriend that dude wuz muslimmmmmmmmm
circumcisezd hymen ftw
Reply:His character is based on Meyer Lansky, who seemed to be a mild mannered businessman to all who met him. Those inside the mob and law enforcement, however, knew he could be ruthless when he needed to be. He kept away from violence personally; he was too smart for that.
I was wanting to find out if I could be Jewish my grandmother's name is Sandra Kay James?
Before you do too much searching, is this grandmother your maternal or paternal grandmother. If she's your father's mother, then it doesn't matter if she was Jewish or not. According to Jewish Law, the religion of the child follows the mother. (Is James her maiden name or married name?)
If she's your mother's mother, then there may be something to talk about. If she's still alive, ask to see her 'ketubah'. Even if she married a non-jew, she should know what that means. (It's her marriage contract if she married in the faith). Watch her reaction when you ask as she may not want to admit her origins. If there's a look of surprised recognition, then she's probably Jewish.
If she's already passed on, try to find the grave of her parents. If it's found in a Jewish cemetery, you will have your answer.
I was wanting to find out if I could be Jewish my grandmother's name is Sandra Kay James?
You should know if you are Jewish or not...In other words, what faith were you taught? If you mean do you have Jewish ancestry, if your ancestors are from Europe or the Middle East, then most likely some of them were.
You can opt for a DNA test, which will reveal if you are or not. I have Ashkenazi Jews for ancestors from Germany, Russia, Poland, and a number of other countries.
I would recommend www.familytreedna.com, the oldest, biggest, and best.
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If she's your mother's mother, then there may be something to talk about. If she's still alive, ask to see her 'ketubah'. Even if she married a non-jew, she should know what that means. (It's her marriage contract if she married in the faith). Watch her reaction when you ask as she may not want to admit her origins. If there's a look of surprised recognition, then she's probably Jewish.
If she's already passed on, try to find the grave of her parents. If it's found in a Jewish cemetery, you will have your answer.
I was wanting to find out if I could be Jewish my grandmother's name is Sandra Kay James?
You should know if you are Jewish or not...In other words, what faith were you taught? If you mean do you have Jewish ancestry, if your ancestors are from Europe or the Middle East, then most likely some of them were.
You can opt for a DNA test, which will reveal if you are or not. I have Ashkenazi Jews for ancestors from Germany, Russia, Poland, and a number of other countries.
I would recommend www.familytreedna.com, the oldest, biggest, and best.
schoolsmartial arts
What is the name of the person in the jewish religion that performs circumcisions?
Mohel (pronounced moy-el).
Edit: OK, this may be one of the most confusing thumbs downs I've ever been given.
What is the name of the person in the jewish religion that performs circumcisions?
mohel
Reply:The Child Abuser.
Reply:The Butcher.
Reply:wha? what are you guys talking about.
back then for the jewish religions
zipporah joshua and abraham etc all did it mother fathers what are we talking about mohel who is that?
Reply:"Mack the Knife".
You're quite welcome.
Reply:A moyel.
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Reply:Butcher (only in a pinch)
Reply:Mohel? He's also the one that sucks the blood from the baby's penis to clean the wound. A very strange custom....
Reply:Moyel/ Mohel
Myself, Mr Stiggo and Tigerlilly have all given the correct answer. If people actually prefer to give thumbs down to accurate responses, so be it. It just confirms that there are a lot of fools on this site.
Reply:Dave
Edit: OK, this may be one of the most confusing thumbs downs I've ever been given.
What is the name of the person in the jewish religion that performs circumcisions?
mohel
Reply:The Child Abuser.
Reply:The Butcher.
Reply:wha? what are you guys talking about.
back then for the jewish religions
zipporah joshua and abraham etc all did it mother fathers what are we talking about mohel who is that?
Reply:"Mack the Knife".
You're quite welcome.
Reply:A moyel.
%26lt;%26gt;%26lt;
Reply:Butcher (only in a pinch)
Reply:Mohel? He's also the one that sucks the blood from the baby's penis to clean the wound. A very strange custom....
Reply:Moyel/ Mohel
Myself, Mr Stiggo and Tigerlilly have all given the correct answer. If people actually prefer to give thumbs down to accurate responses, so be it. It just confirms that there are a lot of fools on this site.
Reply:Dave
Is Reiko an odd name for a half jewish part Irish part italian baby girl?
I like it
Is Reiko an odd name for a half jewish part Irish part italian baby girl?
I taught school in Japan and had many students named Reiko. It seems very Japanese to me.
Reply:my cousins name is Reiko ( pronounced Rae-Ko)
and my moms side is half Japanese.... it seems like a japanese name to me..
but its very cute go for it :)
Reply:If you like it, go for it!
Reply:Kind of...if you really like it, go with it. But if I were you, I'd go with something like Regan or Rena/Reyna
Reply:I'm not much for it. I agree with the poster above me Reyna is cute.
Reply:If you love it
I might do something like Rena or Reyna or Anna
Reply:I've never heard it, but it's cute!
Reply:yes
Reply:yeah. it sound like a boy name
Reply:Doesn't mater what culture you are the name is nice so go with it
Reply:i love it! that's my dog's name!!
Is Reiko an odd name for a half jewish part Irish part italian baby girl?
I taught school in Japan and had many students named Reiko. It seems very Japanese to me.
Reply:my cousins name is Reiko ( pronounced Rae-Ko)
and my moms side is half Japanese.... it seems like a japanese name to me..
but its very cute go for it :)
Reply:If you like it, go for it!
Reply:Kind of...if you really like it, go with it. But if I were you, I'd go with something like Regan or Rena/Reyna
Reply:I'm not much for it. I agree with the poster above me Reyna is cute.
Reply:If you love it
I might do something like Rena or Reyna or Anna
Reply:I've never heard it, but it's cute!
Reply:yes
Reply:yeah. it sound like a boy name
Reply:Doesn't mater what culture you are the name is nice so go with it
Reply:i love it! that's my dog's name!!
Jewish speaking people? Gods Name, El Shaddai, is this Name definition really feminine?
I have heard it means breasted, giver of milk or the God of more than enouph with plenty left over.
Also Shadd can mean Spirit in a good or bad way. El Shaddai, would mean Godly Spirit or Gods Spirit possibly, right?
Jewish speaking people? Gods Name, El Shaddai, is this Name definition really feminine?
El Shaddai is best understood as Almighty God.
Yes, the root of shaddai is shad, which means breast... but not necessarily the female breast. Think of it as the chest, rather than the breast. The word shad is masculine, as is shaddai.
Some try to translate shaddai as "double breasted," but that is incorrect. The word would have to be shaddayim. Shaddai by itself could be understood as "my breasts" or "my chest".
With El meaning God, in the construct case (in English, that usually means putting "of" after the word), we could say "God of my chest." Since that doesn't really mean anything, we look for the figurative meaning. The chest was where armor was worn. It's the center of the body, the place of strength. So we could extrapolate God of my Strength.
Shadd does not mean spirit. The word for spirit is ruach.
Reply:Jewish is not a language.
Reply:I dont know about hebrew, but in punjabi shaddai means idiot, possibly with farsi roots, and it is masculine, shaddain is femeinine
Reply:I think you mean "Hebrew"...and God has various names in the Old Testament depending on what Its doing. If Its creating, it's "Elohim" (which, incidentally, is a plural word like "family")...when It's destroying, It's "Al Saddai"...when it's commanding, It's "Yahweh"...so, either God has many faces or the ancients had a name for each "Spirit" that does these things...kind of like the Indians and pagans making God's out of nature (the Sun God, the God of Thunder and Lighting, etc.). In any event, the human perception of a "God" has been wrong for Centuries.
Also Shadd can mean Spirit in a good or bad way. El Shaddai, would mean Godly Spirit or Gods Spirit possibly, right?
Jewish speaking people? Gods Name, El Shaddai, is this Name definition really feminine?
El Shaddai is best understood as Almighty God.
Yes, the root of shaddai is shad, which means breast... but not necessarily the female breast. Think of it as the chest, rather than the breast. The word shad is masculine, as is shaddai.
Some try to translate shaddai as "double breasted," but that is incorrect. The word would have to be shaddayim. Shaddai by itself could be understood as "my breasts" or "my chest".
With El meaning God, in the construct case (in English, that usually means putting "of" after the word), we could say "God of my chest." Since that doesn't really mean anything, we look for the figurative meaning. The chest was where armor was worn. It's the center of the body, the place of strength. So we could extrapolate God of my Strength.
Shadd does not mean spirit. The word for spirit is ruach.
Reply:Jewish is not a language.
Reply:I dont know about hebrew, but in punjabi shaddai means idiot, possibly with farsi roots, and it is masculine, shaddain is femeinine
Reply:I think you mean "Hebrew"...and God has various names in the Old Testament depending on what Its doing. If Its creating, it's "Elohim" (which, incidentally, is a plural word like "family")...when It's destroying, It's "Al Saddai"...when it's commanding, It's "Yahweh"...so, either God has many faces or the ancients had a name for each "Spirit" that does these things...kind of like the Indians and pagans making God's out of nature (the Sun God, the God of Thunder and Lighting, etc.). In any event, the human perception of a "God" has been wrong for Centuries.
Do u hve an idea wht's d meaning of my name juvy in jewish name?pls. help me 2 find an ans..tnx alot!?
some israeli asked me why my name is juvy and asked me wht's the meaning of it in jewish name..i don't know the meaning of there question..pls.let me know asap..tnx!
Do u hve an idea wht's d meaning of my name juvy in jewish name?pls. help me 2 find an ans..tnx alot!?
yes, Juvy is diminutive
from Jaffa, Yaffa,Yaffe
--YAFFA
Gender: Feminine
Usage: Jewish
Other Scripts: 讬指驻指讛 (Hebrew)
Derived from Hebrew 讬指驻侄讛 (yafeh) meaning "beautiful".
Reply:there isn t any similar hebrew name for Juvy
It is probb an original name in your place
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Do u hve an idea wht's d meaning of my name juvy in jewish name?pls. help me 2 find an ans..tnx alot!?
yes, Juvy is diminutive
from Jaffa, Yaffa,Yaffe
--YAFFA
Gender: Feminine
Usage: Jewish
Other Scripts: 讬指驻指讛 (Hebrew)
Derived from Hebrew 讬指驻侄讛 (yafeh) meaning "beautiful".
Reply:there isn t any similar hebrew name for Juvy
It is probb an original name in your place
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The JEWISH people whih family name KAPLAN , in America and Europe, are they originally TURKISH ? Yes or no ?
I met a Turk whose name is Kaplan too, but he says he's not Jewish, and I also met American Jews whose name is Kaplan (and they say they are not Turks).
So I don't understand...Either one or the other is lying?
The JEWISH people whih family name KAPLAN , in America and Europe, are they originally TURKISH ? Yes or no ?
Well, I'm pretty sure Kaplan is a Jewish name, but I'm a Jew and I lived in Istanbul for a year. Made lots of friends in the Jewish community there, and none of them had the surname Kaplan. That doesn't definitively answer your question, but hopefully it helps.
Nobody you mentioned is lying necessarily. Kaplan could be a name common to Jews and Gentiles. Or, even if it's a Jewish name, it's possible that your Turkish friend's father was a Jew named Kaplan (or one of his ancestors was), and his mother's side wasn't Jewish, hence making him a non-Jew. Or it might even be that he considers himself a Muslim, and hence, wouldn't recognize himself as a Jew even if, by Jewish standards, he was.
And American Jews come from all over the world in terms of ancestry. Were your American Jewish friends of a distinctly non-Turkish ethnic background? Would you be able to tell if they were? Most of Turkey's Jews are descended from the ones who were exiled from Spain in 1492. Being of Spanish stock, they could be dark or fair-skinned, with any color eyes. You never know.
Reply:I did not know Kaplans were Cohens.
Wow! I actually learned something from this forum. Thanks!
Reply:Regarding wiki it's a Jewish surname.
"It is therefore suggested that Kaplan is one of the oldest European/Middle Eastern surnames still in use today as those who have the name Kaplan are considered to be the descendants of the high priests of Jewish biblical times".
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metin_Kapla...
Of course a Turk with the name Kaplan does not have to be Jewish (You are only Jewish if your mother is, unless you convert) and an American Jew of course is not a Turk.
Take care.
Reply:All "Hebrews" come from the mountain ranges of Turkey? That's quite a statement.
Reply:No
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaplan_(sur...
here is more info on that, i used to wonder that myself, being that I'm turkish and kaplan means tiger in turkish.
Jews took the name Kaplan, particularly in Eastern Europe, as a vernacular equivalent of the name Cohen[citation needed]. In Polish, for example, the term "kaplan" (spelled Kap艂an) translates as "priest"[1], which is equivalent to the English translation for the Hebrew word "Cohen". It is therefore suggested that Kaplan is one of the oldest European/Middle Eastern surnames still in use today as those who have the name Kaplan are considered to be the descendants of the high priests of Jewish biblical times.
Reply:I am a Kaplan and I am not a Turk, I am a Jew whose ancestors were from Russia.
Reply:Kaplan is a variant of the name Cohen. It is considered a Jewish family name.
I would guess if your name was Kaplan and you lived in Turkey you might not admit to being Jewish if your family converted to Islam.
I know many people named Kaplan and they are all Jewish.
I don't think I would assume the Turk is lying because he could have the name left over but have no idea who in his lineage was Jewish or where the name came from.
I have known Jews named Stone (English), Murphy (Irish) and Wang (Chinese). No reason it could not be the same way with the person named Kaplan from Turkey.
Reply:Jews from Turkey are sephardic and 'Kaplan' is an ashkenazic jewish name. Possibly the name could be used by both though.
Reply:Well something you need to understand, like Arabs that come from the Arabian peninsula, Hebrews came from the mountain ranges in Turkey, its most likely a Turkish name for any religion or group of people in the area, they're both who they say they are
So I don't understand...Either one or the other is lying?
The JEWISH people whih family name KAPLAN , in America and Europe, are they originally TURKISH ? Yes or no ?
Well, I'm pretty sure Kaplan is a Jewish name, but I'm a Jew and I lived in Istanbul for a year. Made lots of friends in the Jewish community there, and none of them had the surname Kaplan. That doesn't definitively answer your question, but hopefully it helps.
Nobody you mentioned is lying necessarily. Kaplan could be a name common to Jews and Gentiles. Or, even if it's a Jewish name, it's possible that your Turkish friend's father was a Jew named Kaplan (or one of his ancestors was), and his mother's side wasn't Jewish, hence making him a non-Jew. Or it might even be that he considers himself a Muslim, and hence, wouldn't recognize himself as a Jew even if, by Jewish standards, he was.
And American Jews come from all over the world in terms of ancestry. Were your American Jewish friends of a distinctly non-Turkish ethnic background? Would you be able to tell if they were? Most of Turkey's Jews are descended from the ones who were exiled from Spain in 1492. Being of Spanish stock, they could be dark or fair-skinned, with any color eyes. You never know.
Reply:I did not know Kaplans were Cohens.
Wow! I actually learned something from this forum. Thanks!
Reply:Regarding wiki it's a Jewish surname.
"It is therefore suggested that Kaplan is one of the oldest European/Middle Eastern surnames still in use today as those who have the name Kaplan are considered to be the descendants of the high priests of Jewish biblical times".
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metin_Kapla...
Of course a Turk with the name Kaplan does not have to be Jewish (You are only Jewish if your mother is, unless you convert) and an American Jew of course is not a Turk.
Take care.
Reply:All "Hebrews" come from the mountain ranges of Turkey? That's quite a statement.
Reply:No
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaplan_(sur...
here is more info on that, i used to wonder that myself, being that I'm turkish and kaplan means tiger in turkish.
Jews took the name Kaplan, particularly in Eastern Europe, as a vernacular equivalent of the name Cohen[citation needed]. In Polish, for example, the term "kaplan" (spelled Kap艂an) translates as "priest"[1], which is equivalent to the English translation for the Hebrew word "Cohen". It is therefore suggested that Kaplan is one of the oldest European/Middle Eastern surnames still in use today as those who have the name Kaplan are considered to be the descendants of the high priests of Jewish biblical times.
Reply:I am a Kaplan and I am not a Turk, I am a Jew whose ancestors were from Russia.
Reply:Kaplan is a variant of the name Cohen. It is considered a Jewish family name.
I would guess if your name was Kaplan and you lived in Turkey you might not admit to being Jewish if your family converted to Islam.
I know many people named Kaplan and they are all Jewish.
I don't think I would assume the Turk is lying because he could have the name left over but have no idea who in his lineage was Jewish or where the name came from.
I have known Jews named Stone (English), Murphy (Irish) and Wang (Chinese). No reason it could not be the same way with the person named Kaplan from Turkey.
Reply:Jews from Turkey are sephardic and 'Kaplan' is an ashkenazic jewish name. Possibly the name could be used by both though.
Reply:Well something you need to understand, like Arabs that come from the Arabian peninsula, Hebrews came from the mountain ranges in Turkey, its most likely a Turkish name for any religion or group of people in the area, they're both who they say they are
The JEWISH people whith family name KAPLAN , in America and Europe, are they originally TURKISH ? Yes or no ?
I met a Turk whose name is Kaplan too, but he says he's not Jewish, and I also met American Jews whose name is Kaplan (and they say they are not Turks).
So I don't understand...Either one or the other is lying?
The JEWISH people whith family name KAPLAN , in America and Europe, are they originally TURKISH ? Yes or no ?
I am neither Turk nor Jew, but maybe:
The guy has ancestors of the Turkish-Jewish, I mean the Jewish community that lived in Turkey and Anatolia from centuries ago.
Sometimes the language of country influences also name / surname of other people there.
For example Russian-Jewish have names with Russian endings.
Reply:armenian bastards are so miserable!
hey armenia forev er, hey alana awarenes hey lady gop
and other b/as/tards
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Reply:KAPLAN means TIGER in Turkish
this is a surname used by some Turkish peasants
those Jewishh people with the surname KAPLAN are NOT of Turkish origin. that's for sure
P.S. alana awareness is a sick %26amp; pervert person with personality disorder. she's sick
Reply:I suppose that's just a coincidence...There may be a lot of similar cases in every country, with names which look alike...
The name UZAN also exists in Jewish communities and in muslim Turkish communities. And there are also many other examples, but I don't remember exactly which ones..
Reply:Kaplan as a surname is very common but it is just a coincidence, it's true that kaplan is a Turkish word, but just the letters are similar with that surname.
As "bok" means "sh.t" in Turkish, but it means "book" in Swedish.
Reply:Nobody is lying, they are both telling the truth.
As you know, KAPLAN is Tiger in Turkish and is a Surname; But KAPLAN comes from Chaplain in German and is connected to the name COHEN Or KOHAN or other variations on the spelling, which in Hebrew which means priest. The Cohen name is the last name of the descendants of Aaron and were the first religious leaders in the Jewish faith.
Reply:both of them could be correct...
Reply:Kaplan is not a Turkish name
Reply:Kaplan is a German variation of Cohen. If the Turks are not Jewish, someone way back was. Almost certainly.
The other folks are probably of German or Germanic background.
So I don't understand...Either one or the other is lying?
The JEWISH people whith family name KAPLAN , in America and Europe, are they originally TURKISH ? Yes or no ?
I am neither Turk nor Jew, but maybe:
The guy has ancestors of the Turkish-Jewish, I mean the Jewish community that lived in Turkey and Anatolia from centuries ago.
Sometimes the language of country influences also name / surname of other people there.
For example Russian-Jewish have names with Russian endings.
Reply:armenian bastards are so miserable!
hey armenia forev er, hey alana awarenes hey lady gop
and other b/as/tards
a photo is released to reveal your true selves
ha haa haahaah haaa
http://images.uncyc.org/tr/6/6... Report Abuse
Reply:KAPLAN means TIGER in Turkish
this is a surname used by some Turkish peasants
those Jewishh people with the surname KAPLAN are NOT of Turkish origin. that's for sure
P.S. alana awareness is a sick %26amp; pervert person with personality disorder. she's sick
Reply:I suppose that's just a coincidence...There may be a lot of similar cases in every country, with names which look alike...
The name UZAN also exists in Jewish communities and in muslim Turkish communities. And there are also many other examples, but I don't remember exactly which ones..
Reply:Kaplan as a surname is very common but it is just a coincidence, it's true that kaplan is a Turkish word, but just the letters are similar with that surname.
As "bok" means "sh.t" in Turkish, but it means "book" in Swedish.
Reply:Nobody is lying, they are both telling the truth.
As you know, KAPLAN is Tiger in Turkish and is a Surname; But KAPLAN comes from Chaplain in German and is connected to the name COHEN Or KOHAN or other variations on the spelling, which in Hebrew which means priest. The Cohen name is the last name of the descendants of Aaron and were the first religious leaders in the Jewish faith.
Reply:both of them could be correct...
Reply:Kaplan is not a Turkish name
Reply:Kaplan is a German variation of Cohen. If the Turks are not Jewish, someone way back was. Almost certainly.
The other folks are probably of German or Germanic background.
What is an appropraite gift to give at a jewish baby naming ceremony?
Im attending a baby naming cermony for my sister's daughter. My mother and i were wondering if we should bring a gift and what would be an appropriate gift to give. Thanks for your help!!
What is an appropraite gift to give at a jewish baby naming ceremony?
It doesn't have to be anything special. If youre getting a gift it should be for the baby maybe a cute outfit or somethign the baby may use. But it's just a baby naming and when I've attended we've never given anything in particular.
Reply:I think just any baby gift will do. If you need some ideas, here are 2 very helpful articles with lots of great suggestions:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article...
and
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article...
Hope this helps!
What is an appropraite gift to give at a jewish baby naming ceremony?
It doesn't have to be anything special. If youre getting a gift it should be for the baby maybe a cute outfit or somethign the baby may use. But it's just a baby naming and when I've attended we've never given anything in particular.
Reply:I think just any baby gift will do. If you need some ideas, here are 2 very helpful articles with lots of great suggestions:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article...
and
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article...
Hope this helps!
Is Flanzer a Jewish last name?
I have a great-grandmother named Flanzer and I am curious...
Is Flanzer a Jewish last name?
Your question is in the wrong category, repost it in Genealogy.
Reply:no it's a german SS name.
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Is Flanzer a Jewish last name?
Your question is in the wrong category, repost it in Genealogy.
Reply:no it's a german SS name.
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Is it ok to choose a name that is jewish but the parents aren't?
my fiance and i like the name hannah for our daughter but we aren't jewish and the name is.
Is it ok to choose a name that is jewish but the parents aren't?
It's absolutely okay. If you like it, that is all that matters. Names come from everywhere. Hannah is a beautiful name. Plus it is spelled the same forwards and backwards, which gives it an added 'umph,' in my humble opinion.
Then there is that movie from the 80s I believe called Hannah and Her Sisters. Then there is the actress Daryl Hannah, who is beautiful.
Found from various websites:
Gender:
Female
Ethnic Origin:
English. Also found Hebrew.
Meaning:
Favor; grace. Biblical mother of the prophet Samuel.
Reply:Do you and your honey like it? Then, there ya go! =)
How many people go through life saying, "Wow, you have a [enter nationality here] name? But you aren't [again]?! How can you live with yourself?!" =) (note the light-heartedness I'm trying to convey here!)
Hannah is a beautiful name. If you like it, go with it, and I'm sure what you WILL hear is, "Wow, a beautiful name for a beautiful baby!!!" ;-)
Reply:Most biblical names have Jewish orgin. As a Jew, I do not see any problem with it.
Reply:Hannah is a beautiful name and I have many friends who have it and none of them are Jewish. Name your kid whatever the heck you want as long as it you love it :D
Reply:There is nothing wrong with that hannah is a beautiful name.
Reply:Why would you want to be doing that?
Are her other names Mary Joe??
Shes gotta live with that name, go to school and what not, cant you make things easier for her?
Reply:I believe its ok.... I know a girl called Hannah as well and she's presbyterian. My own name is jewish and im roman catholic
Reply:Who cares? It's your baby, name her whatever you want.
Reply:Hannah is a pretty name. You should choose any name you want - including names from other cultures. Many names have ways of working their ways across cultures, religions, and class. What may sound like a Jewish name today could easily be considered a very common, non-religion-specific name in the near future.
Reply:Hannah is a fab name.. I love it. Lets all live happily together.. your little angel Hannah.. she will do well in life with such good parents who are concerned about others and not offending.. god bless little Hannah.. our new generation.. xxx
Reply:Yes it is fine that you do. I named my son a biblical name and we are definetly not Jewish. Things like that aren't Voodoo now a days. hehe
Reply:Hi there, Hannah is a beautiful name. I think you guys should go with a name that brightens your day everytime you say it, rather than worry about the religious reason behind the name.
Your girl is precious! The name you guys choose IS the perfect name! Religion no bar!
:)
Have fun guys!
Reply:It doesn't matter.
Reply:I think my daughter's name is scandinavian or something...who cares? Do you think all the hannah's in this world are jewish? As long as you and your husband like it, it will fit in perfect. I think Hannah is a sweet name, by the way. I don't know a single Hannah that isn't pretty or kind. Good choice.
Reply:it is absolutely okay!
god bless you.
take care.
Reply:no, the rabbi will come knocking at your door if u do that!
Reply:a name like hannah is so assimilated, I don't think most people even realize it is a jewish name. something like golda or hadassah or selig or something might make people wonder, but it'd still be ok to use those too.
Is it ok to choose a name that is jewish but the parents aren't?
It's absolutely okay. If you like it, that is all that matters. Names come from everywhere. Hannah is a beautiful name. Plus it is spelled the same forwards and backwards, which gives it an added 'umph,' in my humble opinion.
Then there is that movie from the 80s I believe called Hannah and Her Sisters. Then there is the actress Daryl Hannah, who is beautiful.
Found from various websites:
Gender:
Female
Ethnic Origin:
English. Also found Hebrew.
Meaning:
Favor; grace. Biblical mother of the prophet Samuel.
Reply:Do you and your honey like it? Then, there ya go! =)
How many people go through life saying, "Wow, you have a [enter nationality here] name? But you aren't [again]?! How can you live with yourself?!" =) (note the light-heartedness I'm trying to convey here!)
Hannah is a beautiful name. If you like it, go with it, and I'm sure what you WILL hear is, "Wow, a beautiful name for a beautiful baby!!!" ;-)
Reply:Most biblical names have Jewish orgin. As a Jew, I do not see any problem with it.
Reply:Hannah is a beautiful name and I have many friends who have it and none of them are Jewish. Name your kid whatever the heck you want as long as it you love it :D
Reply:There is nothing wrong with that hannah is a beautiful name.
Reply:Why would you want to be doing that?
Are her other names Mary Joe??
Shes gotta live with that name, go to school and what not, cant you make things easier for her?
Reply:I believe its ok.... I know a girl called Hannah as well and she's presbyterian. My own name is jewish and im roman catholic
Reply:Who cares? It's your baby, name her whatever you want.
Reply:Hannah is a pretty name. You should choose any name you want - including names from other cultures. Many names have ways of working their ways across cultures, religions, and class. What may sound like a Jewish name today could easily be considered a very common, non-religion-specific name in the near future.
Reply:Hannah is a fab name.. I love it. Lets all live happily together.. your little angel Hannah.. she will do well in life with such good parents who are concerned about others and not offending.. god bless little Hannah.. our new generation.. xxx
Reply:Yes it is fine that you do. I named my son a biblical name and we are definetly not Jewish. Things like that aren't Voodoo now a days. hehe
Reply:Hi there, Hannah is a beautiful name. I think you guys should go with a name that brightens your day everytime you say it, rather than worry about the religious reason behind the name.
Your girl is precious! The name you guys choose IS the perfect name! Religion no bar!
:)
Have fun guys!
Reply:It doesn't matter.
Reply:I think my daughter's name is scandinavian or something...who cares? Do you think all the hannah's in this world are jewish? As long as you and your husband like it, it will fit in perfect. I think Hannah is a sweet name, by the way. I don't know a single Hannah that isn't pretty or kind. Good choice.
Reply:it is absolutely okay!
god bless you.
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Reply:no, the rabbi will come knocking at your door if u do that!
Reply:a name like hannah is so assimilated, I don't think most people even realize it is a jewish name. something like golda or hadassah or selig or something might make people wonder, but it'd still be ok to use those too.
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