התגלות
hitgalut
The English word 'revelation' is התגלות (hitgalut) in Hebrew.
התגלות is used to describe something dramatically disclosed. This applies to both religious contexts, such as divine revelation and secular contexts, such as a sudden realization or discovery. When you wish to be more formal, implying a specific unveiling or disclosure of something previously hidden, you may use גִּלוּי.
Meaning: something dramatically disclosed (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The noun התגלות is formed from the root ג–ל–ה (g-l-h), which relates to uncovering or revealing something hidden.
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
hitgalut
Did you know?
- The root of התגלות is the same root used for the word גָּלוּת, which means 'exile'. In Hebrew thought, being exiled is seen as being 'uncovered' or 'exposed' from the protection of the homeland.
- In Hebrew, the root ג־ל־ה describes the act of rolling back a scroll or uncovering a cloth. This physical action of 'unrolling' is the conceptual basis for the idea of a revelation.
- In Jewish mysticism, the concept of התגלות is often contrasted with הסתרה, which means 'concealment'. This creates a cosmic duality where God is constantly switching between hiding and revealing.
Examples in context
- הייתה זו התגלות מפתיעה.hayta zu hatgalut mafti'a.It was a surprising revelation.
- הספר מכיל התגלות חשובה.hasaper mekhil hatgalut khashuva.The book contains an important revelation.
- התגלות האמת שינתה הכל.hatgalut ha'emet shin'ta hakol.The revelation of the truth changed everything.
Example conversation
Maya and Daniel are discussing a new art gallery.
- מאיה Mayaדניאל, ראית את התערוכה החדשה?Daniel, raita et hat'arukha hakhadasha?Daniel, did you see the new exhibition?
- דניאל Danielכן, עבורי זו הייתה התגלות.ken, avori zo hayta hitgalut.Yes, for me it was a revelation.
- מאיה Mayaגם אני הרגשתי ככה.gam ani hirgashti kakhe.I felt that way too.
- דניאל Danielהצבעים שם פשוט מדהימים.hatzeva'im sham pashut madhimim.The colors there are simply amazing.
