ushpizin
Pronunciations
Definitions
Example Sentences
"According to tradition, the Ushpizin visit us in our sukkah every night of sukkot." (ohr.edu)
Languages of Origin
- Aramaic
Etymology
אושפיזין 'guests'
- Religious: Jews who are engaged in religious observance and have some Jewish education
- Australia / New Zealand
- Great Britain
- South Africa
- The JPS Dictionary of Jewish Words, by Joyce Eisenberg and Ellen Scolnic, (Philadelphia, 2001).
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Alternative Spellings
ushpezin
Notes
"This mystical custom, similar to reserving a cup for Elijah at Pesach, has roots in the Zohar. It is traditional to invite the three patriarchs—Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—as well as Joseph, Aaron, Moses, and David. Some families include mention of the matriarchs: Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, and Leah. It has also become customary to include mention of one’s own ancestors—great-grandparents, grandparents, and others—who have contributed to one’s Jewish heritage." (JPS)
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