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"Zayin" is the seventh letter in the Hebrew alphabet.

Seven - "All sevens are dear." - The Sages
The seventh day of Creation - Shabbat.
Seven weeks of counting the "Omer."
Seven fruits of Israel; Seven seas; Seven heavens.
Seven shepherds: Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Moses, Aaron, Joseph, and David.
Seven Rabbinic mitzvot.
Seven Noachide Laws.

The numerical equivalent of the letter Zayin = 7 (seven).

Listen to the sound of this letter


For additional insights to the Hebrew Alphabet and the mystical aspects associated with these letters visit the : Gal Einai Institute in Jerusalem.
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