Yeshiva: meaning, definitions and examples
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yeshiva
[ yษหshฤvษ ]
religious education
A yeshiva is an educational institution for Jewish learning, primarily focusing on the study of religious texts, such as the Torah and Talmud. Yeshivas are traditionally associated with Orthodox Judaism, but there are also modern versions that include secular studies. Students in a yeshiva often engage in intensive study, discussion, and debate regarding Jewish law, philosophy, and ethics. The environment of a yeshiva is typically one that promotes deep engagement in religious scholarship.
Synonyms
academy, religious school, seminary.
Examples of usage
- He attends a yeshiva in Jerusalem.
- The yeshiva offers a rigorous curriculum in Talmud study.
- Many scholars have emerged from prestigious yeshivas.
- Yeshivas often foster a strong sense of community among students.
Translations
Translations of the word "yeshiva" in other languages:
๐ต๐น yeshiva
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฏเฅเคถเคฟเคตเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Jeschiwa
๐ฎ๐ฉ yeshiva
๐บ๐ฆ ััะธะฒะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ jesziwa
๐ฏ๐ต ใคใงใทใ
๐ซ๐ท yรฉchiva
๐ช๐ธ yeshivรก
๐น๐ท yeลiva
๐ฐ๐ท ์์๋ฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุดููุง
๐จ๐ฟ jeลกiva
๐ธ๐ฐ jeลกiva
๐จ๐ณ ็นๅคชๆๅญฆๆ ก
๐ธ๐ฎ jeลกiva
๐ฎ๐ธ yeshiva
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะตัะธะฒะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแจแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ yeshiva
๐ฒ๐ฝ yeshivรก
Etymology
The term 'yeshiva' comes from the Hebrew word 'ืืฉืืื', which means 'sitting' or 'to sit', denoting the practice of sitting to study. The yeshiva has its roots in ancient Jewish educational systems and has evolved over centuries. Historically, yeshivas emerged as centers of learning in medieval Europe, primarily during the 12th century, where they became crucial for preserving Jewish scholarship amid various challenges. They played a pivotal role in the development of Jewish law and thought, adapting to the cultural milieu of their times. With the advent of modernity, yeshivas have taken on various forms, ranging from traditional institutions to modern schools that incorporate secular subjects, reflecting the ongoing evolution of Jewish education.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #33,883 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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