Moriah
Americannoun
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a mountainous region in ancient Palestine, where Abraham prepared to sacrifice Isaac.
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Also Moria. a site usually identified with Zion, where Solomon built the Temple.
Etymology
Origin of Moriah
Ultimately from Hebrew Mōrīyyāh, of uncertain origin and meaning
Example Sentences
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There is certainly pain and grief involved in the Moriah Wilson story, but each such moment here is counterbalanced by another dazzling photo of the cyclist’s smiling face.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
The Trojans led 62-58, early in the fourth quarter and 70-68 with 5:35 to play before Kiyomi McMiller and Moriah Murray made key shots to give Penn State the lead.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026
Bodycam footage shows what looks like a routine traffic stop turning into a surprise marriage proposal by Troy Goldschmidt to his shocked girlfriend Moriah Prichard.
From BBC • Nov. 24, 2023
On the ensuing possession, Moriah Jefferson hit a short jumper and the Mercury led 50-41.
From Washington Times • Aug. 6, 2023
By the Mussulmen, the site of the great Jewish temple on Mount Moriah has always been regarded with peculiar veneration.
From The History of the Knights Templars, the Temple Church, and the Temple by Addison, Charles G.
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