noun
- Plural of knesset; the legislative assemblies or parliaments of Jewish communities or the State of Israel.
Usage: Knesset (singular) most commonly refers to the unicameral parliament of the State of Israel, established in 1949.; Historically, knessets were also assemblies of Jewish sages and leaders in ancient and medieval times.
Examples
- The Israeli knessets have debated numerous laws affecting the nation's future.
- Multiple knessets throughout Jewish history served as governing bodies for their communities.
- The current Knesset in Jerusalem is one of the most important political institutions in the Middle East.
- Ancient knessets of Jewish elders made decisions on religious and civil matters.
- Members of the Knesset represent various political parties and constituencies across Israel.