Hatzair

Hatzair is a Hebrew word meaning "the youth." It is often used to refer to young people or a youth movement. In the context of Zionist youth movements, Hatzair was a common name or part of the name for various organizations established in the early to mid-20th century, particularly in Eastern Europe and later in Israel. These movements aimed to educate young Jews in Zionist ideology, Jewish culture, and Hebrew language, preparing them for immigration to Mandatory Palestine and later the State of Israel.

One prominent example is Hapoel Hatzair, which means "The Young Worker." This was a pioneering Zionist socialist youth movement that played a significant role in shaping the character of the early kibbutzim and the Yishuv. Members of Hapoel Hatzair were dedicated to agricultural settlement and the creation of a new Jewish society in the Land of Israel. The movement emphasized self-labor, communal living, and a progressive social outlook.

Other movements might have incorporated the word "Hatzair" into their titles to signify their youth-oriented and forward-looking nature within the broader Zionist framework. The legacy of these Hatzair movements is evident in the institutions and cultural landscape of modern Israel, representing a foundational element of the Zionist enterprise and the development of its youth culture.