Word: Timshel
/tɪmˈʃɛl/ (noun)
Etymology:
From Hebrew: "תִּמְשָׁל timshol" meaning "thou mayest" or "you may rule." Popularized by John Steinbeck in East of Eden as a symbol of humanity’s freedom to choose.
Meaning:
The possibility and freedom to choose one’s path, actions, or character rather than being bound by fate or circumstance.
Synonym:
Choice, free will
Insight:
Used to express the empowering truth that every person possesses the ability to choose integrity over compromise, hope over despair, and growth over stagnation.
Sentence:
Remembering timshel, he chose forgiveness instead of revenge.
Reflection:
Your circumstances may shape your story, but your choices shape your character.
Walk in newness; become as you learn!
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