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These words will help you in basic conversation and also give a glimpse into the fundamentals of the Jewish religion.
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Definitions and explanations of Jewish terminology, including Yiddish and Hebrew words, with links to pages that discuss the subject in more depth.
The 22 Best Yiddish Words to Know. A brief glossary of important and commonly used Yiddish words and phrases. By My Jewish Learning
14 maj 2021 · Learn the language of Jewish American life by reviewing the terms that illuminate the religious and cultural diversity of the Jewish community in the US.
19 cze 2024 · It consists of selections from the Hebrew Bible (Tanach תנ״ך), specifically from the books of נביאים Nevi'im ("The Prophets"), and it is read publicly in the synagogue after the reading of the Torah on each Shabbat שבת, as well as on Jewish festivals and fast days.
Terms that are followed by an asterisk have their own entries in the glossary. All transliterations are from Hebrew. Adam HaRishon (lit. “the first man”)—Biblical Adam. Adam Kadmon (lit. “primordial man”)—the will of the. Or Ein Sof * to create. Ahavat Hashem —love of G‑d. Ahavat Yisrael —love of a fellow Jew.
1031 entries that do not appear in any Jewish English dictionary. BROWSE: See full lexicon in alphabetical order. See a random list of words. ADVANCED SEARCH: (See the NOTES for information about these languages, dictionaries, and types of people.) Languages of origin.
