Siyum
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /siːˈjuːm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Siyum is a noun meaning (Judaism) A celebration held upon completing the reading of a unit of Judaic scripture; a graduation.
Meaning
(Judaism) A celebration held upon completing the reading of a unit of Judaic scripture; a graduation.
Example Sentences
Kaddish Le'ithadeta (the Kaddish of Renewal), recited after the burial and also at a Siyum when a tractate of the Talmud is completed.
Word Forms
- siyumim
- siyyum
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include parashah, masoret, kedushah, teshuva, lesson, vidui.
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