הדסה
"Myrtle tree"
The name Hadassah is derived from the Hebrew word ‘hadassah’, which means ‘myrtle tree’. In the Bible, Myrtle trees were commonly used for their fragrant wood, which was burnt as incense during religious ceremonies. The name Hadassah is also found in the Old Testament book of Esther, where the Jewish queen Esther, also known as Hadassah, saved her people from destruction.
Symbolizes beauty, fragrance, and protection.
Representing harmony, balance, and soul-searching.
הדסה
ענענית, מירטל, שיח האהבה
Αδασσα
Μυρτιά, Δάφνη
Hadassah
Myrtle, fragrant shrub
hə-DAH-sə
IPA: /həˈdɑːsə/
Representing harmony, balance, and soul-searching.
Carnelian
Esther
The name Hadassah is mentioned as an alternative name for Esther, the queen of Persia.