Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rabbinism
noun
/ˈræb.ɪ.nɪz.əm/
Definition
Rabbinism is the scholarly and religious system that is based on the teachings and authority of rabbis.
Examples
- Rabbinism has shaped many aspects of modern Jewish practice.
- He studied rabbinism to better understand Jewish law and ethics.
- The principles of rabbinism are fundamental to Jewish education.
Meaning
It refers to the body of Jewish religious law and custom that is developed and interpreted by rabbis.
Synonyms
- Judaism
- Rabbinical tradition
- Jewish scholarship
