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Dybbuk: meaning, definitions and examples

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dybbuk

 

[ หˆdษชb.ษ™k ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

Jewish folklore

A dybbuk is a restless spirit in Jewish folklore that is believed to be the dislocated soul of a deceased person. It is said to inhabit the body of a living person, often possessing them and causing distress or other difficulties. The concept originates from the Kabbalistic tradition, where it is seen as a manifestation of a soul that has not found peace after death. Dybbuks are commonly associated with exorcism rituals, where religious leaders attempt to banish the spirit from the host. This notion reflects deeper beliefs about redemption and the afterlife in Jewish culture.

Examples of usage

  • The rabbi performed a ritual to expel the dybbuk.
  • In Jewish tradition, a dybbuk can enter the living.
  • The story of the dybbuk is a prominent theme in Yiddish literature.

Translations

Translations of the word "dybbuk" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น dybbuk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเคพเคฏเคฌเฅ‚เค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dibbuk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dybbuk

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดัƒะฑัƒะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dibbuk

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‡ใ‚ฃใƒ–ใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dybbouk

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dibbuk

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dybbuk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋””๋ถ€ํฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏูŠุจู‘ูˆูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dybbuk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dybbuk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฟชๅธƒๅ…‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ dybbuk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dybbuk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดั‹ะฑัƒะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ˜แƒ‘แƒ‘แƒฃแƒ™แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dybbuk

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dibbuk

Etymology

The term 'dybbuk' derives from the Hebrew root 'd-b-k' which means 'to adhere' or 'to cling'. The belief in dybbuks dates back to the 16th century, particularly within Kabbalistic circles, where they were considered manifestations of souls that were unable to ascend to the afterlife due to misdeeds in life. The earliest known reference to the dybbuk appears in a story by the Jewish mystic and rabbi, Isaac Luria. Over time, the dybbuk has become a symbol of unresolved conflicts and the emotional traumas that can linger beyond death. The concept has been further popularized in modern culture through literature, theater, and film, making it one of the most well-known figures in Jewish folklore.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,037, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.