Rejoicing Of The Law (Noun)
Meaning
(Judaism) a Jewish holy day celebrated on the 22nd or 23rd of Tishri to celebrate the completion of the annual cycle of readings of the Torah.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- During the rejoicing of the law, the Torah scrolls are taken out of the ark and danced around the synagogue.
- The rabbi gave a special sermon on the rejoicing of the law, highlighting the importance of completing the Torah reading cycle.
- In preparation for the rejoicing of the law, the congregation spent weeks rehearsing their singing and dancing routines.
- On the evening of the rejoicing of the law, the synagogue was filled with the sounds of music and laughter as the community celebrated.
- The children were especially excited for the rejoicing of the law, as they would get to carry the Torah scrolls around the synagogue and receive sweets and treats.
Synonyms
- Simhat Torah
- Simhath Torah
- Simchat Torah
- Rejoicing Over The Law
- Rejoicing In The Law
- Shimchath Torah
- Simchas Torah