noun
- Plural of chazan; cantors in a Jewish synagogue who lead liturgical prayers and chanting.
Usage: Also spelled hazans or chazzans; From Hebrew חַזָּן (ḥazzan); Religious/cultural term
Examples
- The chazans at the synagogue prepared for the High Holiday services.
- Several experienced chazans were invited to lead the Yom Kippur prayers.
- The training program for chazans emphasizes both musical skill and religious knowledge.
- In traditional Jewish communities, chazans hold an important role in worship.
- The chazans' voices echoed through the sanctuary during the evening service.