Definition: The English translation "Aggadah" is a name given to certain places or individuals in the Bible, specifically referring to Israel. The phrase itself appears within the OT (Old Testament) chapter "Jacob's Name," where it describes Jacob as having been chosen and blessed by God as a sign of his lineage: "Then said he unto Jacob, Behold, I will make thee a name which is great among the heathen, and shall be named Israel, and thou shalt be thy father's father and thy mother's mother. For I have made thee a name in the sight of all the nations." The phrase "Aggadah" indicates that Jacob was chosen as the son of David by God to rule over his people (Israel), implying he had become an ancestor or descendant of King David, who was also considered to be the ancestor of Israel. This is a reference to David's relationship to King Solomon, and it often symbolizes the unity of Israel. The Hebrew word for "Aggadah" is "Kedemudim." It means a town, place, or place (a land) that is sacred to God or was so in ancient times. In this context, it could also refer to specific places or individuals who were associated with David, perhaps as his children or relatives. The term "Aggadah" is mentioned throughout the Bible as a symbol of God's love and care for Israel. It's often used as a metaphorical name for God or as an expression of His covenantal relationship with Israel.

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