Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kaddish
noun
/ˈkædɪʃ/
Definition
A Jewish prayer that praises God and is recited in memory of the deceased.
Examples
- During the funeral, the family recited the Kaddish for their departed loved one.
- He felt a deep emotional connection as he recited the Kaddish in the synagogue.
Meaning
Kaddish is often said during prayer services, especially by mourners in honor of a loved one who has passed away.
Synonyms
- mourner’s prayer
- memorial prayer
