Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gemara
Noun
gə-ˈmär-ə
Definition
The gemara is a component of the Talmud consisting of rabbinical analysis and commentary on the Mishnah.
Examples
- The scholar spent hours studying the gemara to gain deeper insights into Jewish teachings.
- In his lectures, he often references passages from the gemara to illustrate key points.
Meaning
It is a critical text for Jewish law and thought, often studied in conjunction with the Mishnah to understand Jewish traditions and legal rulings.
Synonyms
- Talmud (when referring to the text as a whole)
