Machmir

Quick meaning: Machmir is an adjective meaning (Judaism) Being the strictest interpretation of the law; following this interpretation.

Meaning

(Judaism) Being the strictest interpretation of the law; following this interpretation.

Example Sentences

Is it serving Hashem to be machmir and resentful, rather than adhere to the letter of the law and be relaxed and happy?

If I'd let people in my shul know I was gay prior to getting involved with my partner, they would have distanced themselves from me as if I was some kind of pariah. No violation of sex laws even according to the most machmir views; merely the fact of *being* gay.

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