Synonyms for

Hasidic

Verb / hʌˈsɪdɪk / / hʌˈsi:dɪk / Another word for hasidic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or denoting a Jewish sect or movement characterized by its members' strict observance of traditional Jewish law and values

Synonyms & similar words

hasidic chasidic hassidic chassidic Chasidic Chassidic Chassidim Hassidic Hassidim Hasid Hasidim Orthodox ultra-Orthodox traditionalist pious devout observant religious zealous fanatical sectarian dogmatic bigoted narrow-minded

Example sentences

  1. The Hasidic man wore a black hat and long coat.
  2. The Hasidic community observes the Sabbath very strictly.
  3. Hasidic Jews often live in close-knit communities.
  4. My friend's family is Hasidic and they speak Yiddish at home.
  5. The Hasidic rabbi led the congregation in prayer.

Quotes

  • 'I grew up in a Hasidic community in Brooklyn, and we were very isolated from the rest of the world.' - Deborah Feldman
  • 'The Hasidic philosophy emphasizes joy, not suffering.' - Naftali Silberberg
  • 'Hasidic Judaism is not a religion of withdrawal or isolation, but rather a religion of profound engagement with the world.' - Sharon Brous

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