Open Orthodox
Pronunciations
Open Orthodox | (O-pihn OR-thuh-dox) | listen |
Definitions
n. A breakaway movement to the left of Modern Orthodoxy, declared outside of acceptable Orthodox boundaries by most mainstream Orthodox rabbis.
Example Sentences
Languages of Origin
- English
Who Uses This
- Religious: Jews who are engaged in religious observance and have some Jewish education
- Orthodox: Jews who identify as Orthodox and observe halacha (Jewish law)
- Organizations: People involved in a professional or volunteer capacity with Jewish nonprofit organizations
Regions
- North America
- Australia / New Zealand
Dictionaries
- None
Notes
Noun form: Open Orthodoxy
Abbreviation: OO.
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