Mechina
Definitions
n. A preparatory program or a transitional year in the context of Jewish education and religious study, especially as a gap year in Israel or preparation for studies, such as to become a rabbi.
Example Sentences
"Through online courses, mentorship, and virtual cohorts, our new semester-long Low-Residency Mekhinah program allows you to build skills for Rabbinical School while living and working wherever you are." (source)
"Harduf: A Mechinah where Jews and Arabs study and volunteer together, focusing on individual development and mutual understanding and cooperation." (source)
Languages of Origin
- Modern Hebrew
Etymology
מְכִינָה mekhiná
- Religious: Jews who are engaged in religious observance and have some Jewish education
- Israel: Diaspora Jews who feel connected to Israel and have spent time there
- North America
- None
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Alternative Spellings
Mekhina, Mechinah, Mekhinah
Notes
plural: mechinot
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