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Word: Yeshivah

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A yeshivah is a school or academy where Jewish students study religious texts, especially the Talmud, which is a central text in Judaism. These schools focus on advanced learning and discussions about Jewish laws, ethics, and philosophy.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "yeshivah" when referring to a specific type of educational institution within the Jewish community.
• It can be used in both singular and plural forms. The plural form is "yeshivot" (pronounced "yeh-shee-vot").

Example Sentence:

• "After high school, he decided to attend a yeshivah to deepen his knowledge of Jewish teachings."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced discussions, you might encounter phrases like "the curriculum of the yeshivah," which refers to the specific subjects and texts that are taught there.

Word Variants:

• Yeshivah (singular)
• Yeshivot (plural)

Different Meanings:

In a broader sense, "yeshivah" can refer to any institution of higher learning in the Jewish tradition, not just those focusing solely on the Talmud.

Synonyms:

• Seminary (though this term can also refer to Christian institutions)
• Jewish academy

Related Terms:

• Talmud: A central text in Judaism, consisting of the Mishnah and Gemara, which is studied in yeshivot.
• Rabbi: A Jewish scholar or teacher, often associated with a yeshivah.

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

While "yeshivah" itself doesn’t have idioms or phrasal verbs associated with it, you might hear phrases like "study at a yeshivah," which means to engage in learning there.

Summary:

A yeshivah is an important part of Jewish education focused on the study of sacred texts.

Academic

Noun

1. an academy for the advanced study of Jewish texts (primarily the Talmud)

Synonyms

• yeshiva