Strong’s H1919

הֲדַסָּה

Part of speech

Proper Name Feminine

Transliteration

Hadaccah

Pronunciation

hah-das-sah

Definition

Hadassah

Meaning

Hadassah

Usage

Hadassah is the Hebrew name of Queen Esther, the central figure in the Book of Esther. The name means "myrtle," a plant known for its fragrance and beauty, symbolizing righteousness and divine favor. In the biblical narrative, Hadassah is the Jewish name of Esther before she becomes queen of Persia.

Bible references

Esther 2:7