Ketubim
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Definition
Noun: - The Writings; Hagiographa: Ketubim is the third and final major division of the Hebrew Bible (Tanakh), following the Torah (Law) and the Nevi'im (Prophets). It is a collection of diverse literary works including poetic, wisdom, and historical books.
Usage
- As a proper noun referring to the biblical section:
- The Book of Psalms is found in the Ketubim.
- Scholars study the thematic differences between the Torah, Nevi'im, and Ketubim.
Advanced Usage
- In academic or theological discussion: The term is used to specify this particular canonical division, often in contrast to the other two.
- The development of the Ketubim as a canonical collection occurred over a long period.
Variants and Related Words
- Hagiographa: A synonym often used in English, derived from Greek, meaning "sacred writings."
- Tanakh: The Hebrew Bible as a whole, an acronym for Torah, Nevi'im, and Ketubim.
- Writings, The: The common English translation for .
Synonyms
- Hagiographa
- The Writings
Notes on Meaning
This word functions almost exclusively as a proper noun within the context of biblical and Judaic studies. It does not have general, non-religious meanings or common idiomatic uses.
Noun
- the third of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures