tishah b'ab
Definition
Proper noun A solemn day of fasting and mourning in the Jewish faith, observed on the ninth day of the month of Av, commemorating the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem and other tragedies in Jewish history.
Usage
This term refers specifically to the holy day itself. It is used when discussing the Jewish calendar, religious observances, or historical commemorations. * The community gathered to observe Tishah b'Av. * The history of Tishah b'Av is marked by profound loss. * Fasting is a central practice on Tishah b'Av.
Advanced Usage
- "The Three Weeks" and "The Nine Days": is the culmination of a three-week period of increasing mourning, with the final nine days being particularly stringent.
- Liturgical Readings: The Book of Lamentations (Eichah) is read in synagogue on the evening of .
Variants and Related Words
- The Ninth of Av: A direct English translation of the Hebrew name.
- Tisha B'Av: A common alternative transliteration.
- Av: The name of the Hebrew month in which the fast occurs.
Synonyms
- Fast of the Ninth of Av
- The Black Fast
Related Concepts
- Fasting: The primary physical observance of the day.
- Mourning: The day's emotional and spiritual character.
- Destruction of the Temple: The central historical event commemorated.
Noun
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(Judaism) a major fast day on the Jewish calendar commemorating the destruction of the temples in Jerusalem
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