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GirlPronounced English /ʃɪ.ˈkaɪ.nə/

Shekinah

A name meaning "God's manifested glory; God's presence".

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Shekinah is a girl name meaning "God's manifested glory; God's presence".

Pronunciation: English /ʃɪ.ˈkaɪ.nə/.

GenderGirl
MeaningGod's manifested glory; God's presence
PronunciationEnglish /ʃɪ.ˈkaɪ.nə/

Meaning and history

This name comes from the Hebrew word שׁכִינה (sheḵina) meaning "God's manifested glory" or "God's presence". This word does not appear in the Bible, but later Jewish scholars used it to refer to the dwelling place of God, especially the Temple in Jerusalem.

Notes and context

Usage: various