chasidism

Thân thiện

A rabbi teaches his students about the principles of Chasidism.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A movement within Orthodox Judaism: Chasidism refers to a Jewish religious movement founded in Eastern Europe in the 18th century by Rabbi Israel Baal Shem Tov. It emphasizes joyful worship, mysticism (Kabbalah), the leadership of a spiritual master (Rebbe), and the importance of sincere devotion over scholarly intellectualism.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The teachings of Chasidism focus on serving God with joy and fervor.
  • He studies the history and philosophy of Chasidism.

Advanced Usage

• "Chasidic thought": refers to the unique theological and philosophical ideas developed within the movement.
  • The book explores Chasidic thought on divine immanence.

Variants and Related Words

• Hasidism: An alternate, common transliteration of the same word.
• Chasidic (adj): Of or relating to Chasidism or its adherents.
  • She comes from a Chasidic community.
• Hasidic (adj): Alternate spelling of 'Chasidic'.
• Chasid (n): A follower or adherent of Chasidism.
• Hasid (n): Alternate spelling of 'Chasid'.

Synonyms

• Hassidism: Another common transliteration.
• Pietistic movement (within Judaism): A descriptive synonym highlighting its emphasis on fervent piety.

Notes on Different Meanings

• The term specifically refers to the modern religious movement originating in the 18th century. It is distinct from the ancient (Hebrew: ) mentioned in Jewish history, such as during the Maccabean period.

Học thuật

Noun

1. beliefs and practices of a sect of Orthodox Jews

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