Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sefer
noun
/ˈseɪfər/
Definition
A term used in Hebrew to refer to a book, commonly used in the context of religious texts.
Examples
- He studied the ancient sefer to understand the religious practices of his ancestors.
- The sefer Torah is central to Jewish worship and is treated with great respect.
- She borrowed a sefer from the library to learn more about Jewish history.
Meaning
In Jewish tradition, ‘sefer’ usually denotes a scroll or book that contains sacred scriptures or writings. It conveys a sense of importance and reverence associated with the text.
Synonyms
- book
- tome
- scripture
- volume
