yisrael

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • The State of Israel: A country in the Middle East, located in southwestern Asia at the eastern end of the Mediterranean Sea. It is the world's only Jewish state.
Usage
  • The word "Yisrael" is the Hebrew name for the modern nation-state of Israel. It is used in English contexts, often in historical, religious, or cultural discussions, to refer specifically to the country or its people from a Hebrew-language perspective.
  • It is a proper noun and is typically capitalized.
Examples
Advanced Usage
  • "Eretz Yisrael": A Hebrew term meaning "Land of Israel," often used in a historical or biblical context to refer to the region, not solely the modern political state.
    • Many archaeological sites in Eretz Yisrael provide insight into ancient civilizations.
Variants and Related Words
  • Israel: The standard English name for the country.
  • Israeli (adjective): Of or relating to the modern State of Israel.
    • Israeli technology is renowned globally.
  • Israelite (noun): A member of the ancient Hebrew nation, especially in the pre-exilic period.
    • The Israelites journeyed through the desert.
Synonyms
  • Zion: A term often used poetically or historically as a synonym for the Jewish homeland, though it originally referred to a specific hill in Jerusalem.
  • The Jewish State: A descriptive synonym emphasizing its national character.
Notes
  • The term "Yisrael" is deeply rooted in Jewish history and texts, originating from the name given to the biblical patriarch Jacob. Its use in modern contexts directly links the contemporary state to its ancient heritage.
  • In common English usage, "Israel" is far more frequent than "Yisrael." Using "Yisrael" often signals a specific cultural, religious, or linguistic perspective.
Noun
  1. Jewish republic in southwestern Asia at eastern end of Mediterranean; formerly part of Palestine

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