zayin

Seventh Hebrew letter

Zayin is the seventh letter of the Hebrew alphabet.

In Hebrew numerals it represents the number seven.

The letter appears in English primarily in discussions of Hebrew language, Jewish texts, or Semitic linguistics.

symbolism

seven

Fourth prime number

  • swordHilted fighting blade
  • weaponInstrument for inflicting harm
  • SabbathWeekly religious rest day

completion · rest · oath · sharpness · cutting · protection · warfare · struggle · authority · ornament

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Phoenician

Ancient Lebanese seafarer

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aleph

Hebrew alphabet's beginning

  • betRisked stake on outcome
  • heMale subject pronoun
  • yodTenth Hebrew letter

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zayinaleph

Hebrew alphabet's beginning

bet · shin · sin

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