What is another word for chassidim?

Pronunciation: [ʃˈasɪdɪm] (IPA)

The term "Chassidim" refers to a Jewish sect that emphasizes piety and devotion to God. Synonyms for this term might include Hasidim, Haredim, Orthodox Jews or Chasidim. These terms are used to describe a religious group that shares core beliefs and traditions. Such synonyms can vary based on regional or cultural differences within the community. For example, the term "Haredim" is often used to refer to ultra-Orthodox Jews who practice strict observance of Jewish laws and customs. In contrast, the term "Chasidim" specifically refers to those who follow the teachings of 18th-century rabbi Israel Baal Shem Tov.

Synonyms for Chassidim:

What are the hypernyms for Chassidim?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    adherents of Chabad, followers of a religious movement, members of an Orthodox Jewish sect, practitioners of Hasidism.

Usage examples for Chassidim

However, the immediate effect was that he left the chassidim and went back to Orgeyev to his grandfather, and studied the Bible more and Russian law, so that he could act as a solicitor among his people.
"Some Jewish Witnesses For Christ"
Rev. A. Bernstein, B.D.
He did so first in the synagogue of the Karaites; and afterwards made daily efforts for three or four months to reach the Sephardim, Ashkenazim and chassidim, both by word of mouth and circulation of the Holy Scriptures.
"Some Jewish Witnesses For Christ"
Rev. A. Bernstein, B.D.
The evil nonsense of the Kabbalists was actively propagated by the Sabbatians, and on the other hand the mystical chassidim were beginning to perform their witches' dance.
"Jewish Literature and Other Essays"
Gustav Karpeles

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