chai

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A Jewish symbol meaning life often worn as a pendant to bring good luck

: chai

In Jewish tradition, the chai is often associated with blessings and prosperity.
Hebrew word chai

Examples

We notice the Hebrew letter chai on a gold chain around his neck.

Fiction book (1992)
Look, I wear a chai on my Saint Christopher's medal.

Fingers (1978)
Jewish Home and I'm Israel Chai, Israel lives.
His head is yanked up, and through bleary eyes, he sees a knife at his throat and the Hebrew letter chai dangling from the knife-wielder's neck, illuminated by a flashlight.

Fiction book (1992)
The necklace features a small chai symbol that represents life and good fortune.
Many people wear a chai to signify their Jewish identity and heritage.

chai singular

chais plural

Chai comes from Hebrew and means 'life', so the chai symbol or pendant is worn or given to wish someone a long, happy life and good luck.