Rabbinical (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to rabbis or their teachings; "rabbinical school".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The newly ordained rabbi had graduated from a prestigious rabbinical school in New York City.
- Hereditary titles were not recognized in the rabbinical tradition, which emphasized merit over family connections.
- The rabbinical court's ruling on marriage and divorce was considered authoritative by many in the Jewish community.
- Rabbi Cohen's rabbinical training had prepared him well to lead the congregation in spiritual and educational matters.
- The museum's collection of rabbinical texts included rare manuscripts and printed books dating back to the Middle Ages.