noun
- The body of Jewish law and tradition derived from the Torah, Talmud, and rabbinic interpretations that governs religious and civil life.
Usage: Also spelled halacha or halachah; From Hebrew, meaning 'the way' or 'to go'; Used in Jewish religious and academic contexts
Examples
- Observant Jews follow halakhah in their daily practices, from dietary laws to Sabbath observance.
- The rabbi consulted halakhah to determine whether the wedding could proceed on that particular date.
- Understanding halakhah requires study of both the written Torah and the oral traditions.
- Different Jewish communities may interpret halakhah in varying ways.
- Halakhah covers everything from prayer requirements to business ethics.