Rabbinical: meaning, definitions and examples
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rabbinical
[ ræbˈɪnɪkəl ]
Jewish law
Rabbinical relates to rabbis or their teachings, particularly in the context of Jewish law and theology. This term is often used to describe scholarly interpretations or discussions that arise from rabbinical traditions.
Synonyms
Jewish, rabbinic, theological.
Examples of usage
- Rabbinical authorities make decisions on matters of Jewish law.
- She studied rabbinical texts to better understand her faith.
- The rabbinical ruling was widely accepted within the community.
Translations
Translations of the word "rabbinical" in other languages:
🇵🇹 rabínico
🇮🇳 रब्बिनिकल
🇩🇪 rabbiniert
🇮🇩 rabinik
🇺🇦 рабинський
🇵🇱 rabinacki
🇯🇵 ラビ的な
🇫🇷 rabbinique
🇪🇸 rabínico
🇹🇷 rabinik
🇰🇷 랍비적인
🇸🇦 رابيني
🇨🇿 rabínský
🇸🇰 rabínsky
🇨🇳 犹太教的
🇸🇮 rabinovski
🇮🇸 rabbískar
🇰🇿 раввиндік
🇬🇪 რაბინული
🇦🇿 rabbinik
🇲🇽 rabínico
Etymology
The term 'rabbinical' originates from the Hebrew word 'rabbi' (רַבִּי), which means 'my master' or 'my teacher'. Rabbinic authority has been a cornerstone of Jewish tradition since the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE when the role of the rabbi evolved from that of a temple priest to a community leader and teacher. The study of rabbinical texts and teachings flourished in the early centuries of the Common Era, leading to the compilation of important works such as the Mishnah and the Talmud. These texts codified Jewish law and practice, which continues to influence contemporary Jewish thought and life. Over time, the adjective 'rabbinical' has been used in various contexts, indicating not just adherence to religious law but also the depth of scholarly discourse surrounding it.