Biblical verse associated with a name
The 16th-17th century rabbi and kabbalist, Isaiah ben Avraham Ha-Levi Horowitz popularized reciting a Biblical verse related to one's name to help bring about spiritual growth and change. According to the Rabbi, the name that a person is given at birth is closely connected to their soul and their unique purpose in the world. By reciting a verse that is related to their name, a person can connect to the deeper meaning and significance of their name and use that connection to inspire personal growth and transformation.He also suggests that reciting a Biblical verse related to one's name can help to focus the mind and heart on the task of prayer and deepen the connection to God. By reciting a verse that has personal significance, a person can bring more intention and purpose to their prayer experience, which can help to enhance the overall sense of connection and devotion, and allow people a way to add a personal touch to their daily prayers and to connect more deeply with their own spiritual journey.
The Biblical verse chosen usually begins and ends with the same letters as the name, although sometimes a verse is chosen because it contains the name.