Metaphysical meaning of Ahava (mbd)
Ahava, a-h a'-vå (Heb .)--stream; water.
A river, beside which the Jewish captives gathered when returning to Jerusalem under Ezra (Ezra 8:15).
Meta. A current of cleansing thought (stream) where the waters of denial (fasting, see Ezra 8:21) wash away fearful thoughts and material beliefs, thus enabling our religious thoughts (Jews) to proceed on their way to Jerusalem (spiritual consciousness) in safety.
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Preceding Entry: Ahasuerus
Following Entry: Ahaz