Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aguna
Noun
/aˈɡuːnə/
Definition
In Jewish law, an aguna is a woman who is unable to obtain a religious divorce from her husband, leaving her in a state of marital uncertainty.
Examples
- The aguna fought for her right to a divorce in religious courts.
- Many organizations work to support agunot in gaining their freedom.
Meaning
The term ‘aguna’ comes from the Hebrew word meaning ‘chained’ or ‘anchored,’ reflecting the situation of a woman who is bound to her marriage without the ability to dissolve it legally under religious law.
Synonyms
- Chained woman
- Marital captive
