Minyan
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɪn.jən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Minyan is a noun meaning (Judaism) The minimum number of ten (male) adult Jews required for a communal religious service.
Meaning
(Judaism) The minimum number of ten (male) adult Jews required for a communal religious service.
More Meanings
- (by extension) A Jewish prayer service.
Example Sentences
So without my visit, if Simon didn't attend, a minyan would be hard to come by.
New people assume leadership positions as required and stay around for as long as the minyan meets their needs.
As mourners cannot attend synagogue during shiva, a minyan gathers for morning, afternoon, and evening services in their home.
Tefillin are not used on Sabbaths and holidays, so unless you attend a minyan on weekday mornings or grew up in a home where men prayed daily, this practice may be unfamiliar to you.
Word Forms
- minyanim
- minyans
- minyen
- minyon
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include minyon, minyen, mezuman, mitzva, mitsvah, mitzvah.
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