noun
- plural of haftarah; selections from the Prophets read in synagogue after the Torah portion on Sabbaths and holidays
Usage: Jewish religious context; plural form; singular is haftarah
Examples
- The haftaras are an important part of the Sabbath service in Jewish tradition.
- Different haftaras are assigned to each week of the year.
- The rabbi explained the meaning of the haftaras to the congregation.
- Young people often prepare to read the haftaras as part of their religious education.
- The haftaras complement the Torah readings and provide additional prophetic teachings.