What is another word for Hillel?

Pronunciation: [hˈɪlə͡l] (IPA)

Hillel, a Hebrew name, has several synonyms in different languages. In English, the name can be spelled as Hilel or Hillil. In Yiddish, the equivalent name is Hillel, which means "praised one" or "praiser." In French, Hillel is spelled as Hilele or Ilie. In Russian, Hillel is transliterated as Khilel. In Arabic, the name is spelled as Hilaal. The name Hillel has been popular in Jewish culture for centuries and is often associated with the great Jewish scholar of the same name who lived in the first century BCE. Despite being an ancient name, Hillel remains a popular choice for newborns in Jewish communities around the world.

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What are the hypernyms for Hillel?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
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    Jewish community organization, Jewish cultural organization, Jewish education, Jewish organization, Jewish outreach, Jewish student organization, Jewish youth organization, Universal Judaism.

Usage examples for Hillel

The house of Hillel after his death was kept closely shut up by his suspicious countrymen.
"Some Jewish Witnesses For Christ"
Rev. A. Bernstein, B.D.
And ancient Hillel said, that whosoever Gains a good name gains something for himself, But he who gains a knowledge of the Law Gains everlasting life.
"The Complete Poetical Works of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow"
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Hillel of blessed memory, hear and judge!
"The Complete Poetical Works of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow"
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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