Why Would You Pick a Hebrew Name? ✡ "Jeremiah Son of Hilkiah"

The words of Jeremiah son of Hilkiah, of the priests who were in Anathoth in the land of Benjamin. JEREMIAH (1:1) דִּבְרֵי יִרְמְיָהוּ בֶּן חִלְקִיָּהוּ מִן הַכֹּהֲנִים אֲשֶׁר בַּעֲנָתוֹת בְּאֶרֶץ בִּנְיָמִן ירמיהו א:א div-ray yir-m'-ya-hu ben khil-kee-ya-hu min ha-ko-ha-neem a-sher ba-a-na-tot b'-e-retz bin-ya-min

Jerusalem Inspiration In today's verse we are introduced to the prophet Jeremiah as the son of Hilkiah, from the priests of Anatot.  We know that there are no extraneous words in the holy Bible, so this introduction has significance!  Tradition tells us that when a person is presented as his father's son, this specifically lends importance to his direct lineage.  Hilikiah, it is taught, was a great prophet himself, and it would only be fitting to introduce Jeremiah while giving recognition to his prophet father. Order your own Hebrew Name Certificate, makes a great father's day gift! » From Grandfather to Grandaughter Hear the heartfelt words of a terror victim's grandfather, as she approaches a significant milestone in her young life. Watch here » Why Make a Hebrew Name Change? When moving to Israel, choosing a Hebrew name can represent both Biblical as well as nationalistic motivations. Read more » 14k Gold Personalized Hebrew Name Necklace Stay connected to your biblical roots by wearing your Hebrew name proudly! Don’t know your Hebrew name? No problem! Many English names derive from Hebrew names in the Bible, and the rest have etymological or spiritual cousins in Biblical sources. Just include your English name and we’ll find the Hebrew name in the Bible that’s most closely connected to yours. Get this Great Deal » Jerusalem Photo Trivia A fantastically colorful sunset by Joe Aminoff. Any idea where this picture is taken? Hint: follow the skyline. Send meyour answer or post on Facebook. Guess on Facebook » Thank You Today's Jerusalem Scenes and Inspiration is sponsored by Chris Hayes from West Sussex, UK . Toda Raba! Sponsor a day » “Continue Sending Me the News” It’s great to hear from you and make new friends from all over the world. Please send mean email and let me know how you are enjoying Jerusalem365 (don’t forget to say where you are from!). Stay in Touch » My name is Gideon from Ghana, I enjoy  and love Jerusalem365 so much. Thanks for your continued information you're giving  to me. I will be very grateful if you continue to send me the news. I Love Israel and everything concerning it. Thanks once again and have a great day. Blessing from Jerusalem, Rabbi Tuly Weisz RabbiTuly@Israel365.com

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