Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jaap
noun
/dʒɑːp/
Definition
A repetitive chant or recitation, often in a religious context.
Examples
- The Sikh community often engages in jaap during their worship services.
- She found peace through her daily practice of jaap.
- The jaap of the mantra resonated in the temple.
Meaning
In some cultures, particularly in Sikhism, ‘jaap’ refers to the meditative recitation of a sacred word or phrase, intended to lead to spiritual enlightenment and connection with the divine.
Synonyms
- chant
- recitation
- mantra
