Meaning & Origin
In Hebrew, Tamar means 'palm tree' or 'date palm'. In the Bible, Tamar is a woman who, though she is a widow, is shown to be both virtuous and resourceful. She disguises herself as a prostitute to ensure that her late husband's brother Judah will have an heir. When Judah learns of her true identity, he is ashamed and seeks her forgiveness.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes strength, survival, and resourcefulness.
Language details
Tamarisa
Palm tree, palm fruit, or tree of life
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
tam-uh-REE-suh
/tæməˈriːsə/
Lucky number
5
Lucky day
Friday
Lucky colors
Life path
1
Lucky stone
Amber
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name Tamara was popularized among Latin American countries, particularly Argentina and Uruguay. In Argentina, it is a common name, and it is also the name of several cities and towns.
The name Tamar, meaning 'palm tree' or 'date palm', is a reminder of the strength, resilience, and provided shade of this ancient symbol of life. It is a reminder that even in times of hardship or sorrow, one can find strength and find a way to be fruitful.
Historical references
According to legend, there was a Christian martyr named Tamaris who lived in Tunisia during the Roman Empire around the 3rd century AD. She was a virgin who refused to marry a pagan and was eventually persecuted and executed for her faith.
3rd century AD
Another reference to Tamaris in Christianity is found in the apocryphal Acts of Thomas, which tells the story of Thomas the Apostle traveling to India and encountering a woman named Tamaris who was possessed by a demon. Thomas exorcised the demon and baptized Tamaris, who then became a disciple and built a church in her name.
1st century AD
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