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“Son of the south”or“Son of the right hand”

Benjamin from the Hebrew name בִּנְיָמִין (Binyamin) which means "son of the south" or "son of the right hand". Benjamin in the Old Testament is the twelfth and youngest son of Jacob and the founder of one of the southern tribes of the Hebrews.

Biblical namesake: Benjamin was the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel and the founder of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. He is remembered for his role in the story of Joseph and his brothers. (Genesis · Genesis 35:16-18, Genesis 42-45)

Saintly namesake: Saint Benjamin was a 5th-century deacon and martyr from Persia, remembered for his courage and steadfastness in the face of persecution. He is one of several saints named Benjamin. (March 31 · 5th century)

EnglishFrenchGerman3 syllables · /ˈbɛn.dʒə.mɪn/

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