Golem (German)
Where does "Golem" come from?
The word 'golem' originates from the Hebrew 'golem,' which historically described an unshaped, amorphous mass or an inchoate object. Over time, the term evolved within Jewish folklore to represent a creature fashioned from clay and brought to life through mystical means. Today, it serves as a evocative metaphor for an artificial being or a mindless servant.
Full etymology tree
- Golem (German), 'golem (creature from clay)'
- borrowed גֹּלֶם (golem) (Hebrew), 'defective spelling of גולם'
Ancestors
- גולם (Hebrew)
Updated June 2026
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