Adon

/ˈeɪdən/ or /əˈdoʊn/ noun

Definition

A Semitic title meaning 'lord' or 'master,' used in Hebrew and related languages.

Etymology

From Hebrew 'adon' (אָדוֹן), a Semitic root meaning 'lord' or 'master.' Related to Aramaic 'adonai' and used in Biblical and rabbinic texts.

Kelly Says

The Hebrew word 'Adon' underlies the famous phrase 'Adonai' (used reverently for God), and every Jewish blessing begins with recognizing someone as 'adon' or lord of that blessing—it's built into the language of praise!

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