Sión (en. Zion)

/siˈon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Name that refers to the city of Jerusalem or one of its hills.
Sion is often mentioned in biblical poetry.
Sión es a menudo mencionada en la poesía bíblica.
Symbolic representation of the Jewish community.
The idea of Sion reflects the Jewish people's longing to return to their land.
La idea de Sión refleja el anhelo del pueblo judío por retornar a su tierra.
Name used in the context of Christianity to refer to the New Jerusalem.
In Christian literature, Sion often represents the kingdom of God.
En la literatura cristiana, Sión a menudo representa el reino de Dios.

Etymology

From the Hebrew 'Tziyon', which means 'place of glory' or 'mountain of glory'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To ascend to Sion
To make an effort to achieve a lofty or spiritual goal.
Subir a Sión
To sing to Sion
To express joy or praise, especially in religious contexts.
Cantar a Sión

Related Words

Zionism
Jewish national movement seeking the establishment of a national home for the Jewish people in Palestine.
Sionismo
Zionist
Related to Zionism or a person who supports Zionism.
Sionista

Slang Meanings

Term used in certain contexts to refer to someone who is very religious.
That boy is a true Sion, always in church.
Ese chico es un verdadero Sión, siempre en la iglesia.
Colloquial designation for any place considered sacred.
This park has become a Sion for many pilgrims.
Este parque se ha convertido en un Sión para muchos peregrinos.