Chasidim
- noun
- /ˈhɑːsɪdɪm/
- During the festival, many Chasidim gathered to celebrate and pray together.
Examples
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The Chasidim community follows many unique customs and traditions.
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The sounds of the Chasidim were overwhelming.
Fiction book (1992) -
Now they have a bunch of Chasidim who can keep them company for the next two millennia.
Blog text (27) -
Each year, the Chasidim travel to their spiritual leader's home for guidance.
Synonyms
Members of a Jewish religious group from eastern Europe who follow strict rules
A group of Jewish people who follow strict religious rules and wear special clothes
A group of Orthodox Jewish people who follow a strict spiritual tradition
Surface Forms
Etymology
Chasidim comes from Hebrew and is the plural of Hasid, which means 'pious' or 'devout'. So Chasidim simply names people known for strong religious devotion and for keeping strict but joyful practices of their faith.