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
  1. the third of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures

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