noun
- Plural of halakha; the body of Jewish law and tradition derived from the Torah and rabbinic interpretation.
Usage: Also spelled halacha or halakhah; Used in Jewish religious and legal contexts; Often capitalized
Examples
- The halakhas govern many aspects of daily Jewish life, from dietary laws to Sabbath observance.
- Scholars spent years studying the halakhas to understand their historical development.
- Different Jewish communities may interpret the halakhas in varying ways.
- The halakhas provide guidance on ethical conduct and religious practice.
- Rabbinical courts apply the halakhas when resolving disputes within the community.