noun
- Plural of halach; the body of Jewish law and tradition derived from the Torah and rabbinic interpretation.
Usage: Also spelled 'halakhas' or 'halachot'; From Hebrew; used in Jewish religious and legal contexts; Singular form is 'halach' or 'halakha'
Examples
- The rabbi studied the halachas to answer questions about dietary laws.
- Different Jewish communities may interpret the halachas in varying ways.
- Understanding the halachas is essential for observant Jewish practice.
- The halachas govern many aspects of daily life for traditional Jews.
- Scholars debated the proper application of the halachas in modern times.