Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shul

noun

/ʃuːl/

Definition

A shul is a Jewish house of worship or synagogue.

Examples

Every Friday evening, the community gathers at the shul for Shabbat services.
During the High Holy Days, the shul is filled with congregants seeking spiritual connection.

Meaning

The term ‘shul’ is derived from the Yiddish word for school and is commonly used to refer to the place where Jewish people gather for prayer, study, and community events.