rabbin

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A Jewish religious leader: "rabbin" refers to a Jewish scholar or teacher, especially one who is ordained and qualified to make decisions on Jewish law. This term is a variant spelling of the more common "rabbi."

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The rabbin led the congregation in prayer. (A Jewish religious leader guided the community in worship.)
  • He studied under a respected rabbin to learn the Torah. (He learned Jewish scripture from an ordained teacher.)

Advanced Usage

• "Rabbinical": relating to rabbis or their teachings.
  • The rabbinical council issued a new ruling on dietary laws. (The group of rabbis made a decision about kosher food.)

Variants and Related Words

• Rabbi (n): the standard modern spelling, meaning a Jewish spiritual leader.

  • The rabbi gave a sermon on forgiveness. (The Jewish teacher spoke to the congregation.)

• Rabbinical (adj): pertaining to rabbis or their traditions.

  • He studied rabbinical literature at the seminary. (He examined writings by Jewish rabbis.)

• Rabbinate (n): the office or term of a rabbi, or the collective body of rabbis.

  • The rabbinate oversees conversions to Judaism. (The group of rabbis manages religious conversions.)

Synonyms

• Teacher: one who instructs others in religious knowledge.
• Scholar: a person with deep knowledge of Jewish law and scripture.

Related Idioms

• Ask the rabbin: to seek authoritative religious guidance.
  • When in doubt about the ritual, ask the rabbin. (Consult the Jewish teacher for clarification.)