Adonai
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A male name of Hebrew origin meaning 'Lord' used in many countries
- proper noun
- /ˌædəˈnaɪ/
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Adonai
- When he was born, his parents chose the name Adonai to honor its meaning of 'Lord'.
Examples
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♪ Adonai ♪
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All the power to you, Adonai.
Blog text (30) -
In Hebrew tradition, the name Adonai is often used to refer to God with reverence.
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In discussions about faith, she frequently mentions the name Adonai as a symbol of respect.
Surface Forms
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Etymology
Adonai comes from the Hebrew word Adon meaning 'lord', so as a personal name it keeps that idea and can be understood as a name that means 'lord' or 'respected one'.
