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mashgiach

mashgiach

1 9.9
A person who guides students' religious and moral life in a Jewish school
  • noun
  • /mɑːʃˈɡiːɑx/
  • Jargon
: mashguiaj
  • The mashgiach offered guidance to students struggling with personal challenges at the yeshiva.

Examples

  • Every morning, the mashgiach spoke to the class about ethical behavior and responsibility.

  • Students often turned to the mashgiach for advice on their religious studies and moral dilemmas.

  • Parents appreciated the mashgiach's dedication to the students' spiritual growth.

  • The mashgiach at the yeshiva is very respected.

  • Every student should consult with the mashgiach regularly.

  • The mashgiach provided important insights on balancing academic and spiritual life for the students at the yeshiva.

  • During weekly meetings, the mashgiach emphasized the importance of honesty and integrity in all actions.

Synonyms

rabbi
vsmashgiach
271 4.4

A Jewish religious leader who teaches people and leads services

focuses on supervising students' moral and religious development in a school setting
rebbe
vsmashgiach
15 9.9

A Jewish religious leader who guides a Hasidic community

focuses on supervising students' religious and ethical development within a school setting

Surface Forms

mashgiach singular
mashgichim plural

Etymology

Mashgiach comes from the Hebrew verb lehashgiach, which means 'to watch over' or 'to supervise'. So a mashgiach in a yeshiva is someone who watches over students' spiritual and moral life.