Chofetz Chayim

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Definitions

  • n. A revered rabbinic figure, Rabbi Yisrael Meir Kagan (1838–1933), known for his writings on Jewish ethics and laws of speech.

  • n. A foundational book by him on the laws of lashon hara.

Example Sentences

  • "Although the Chofetz Chaim, who was much older than Reb Naftali and recognized as the Gadol Hador, was actively involved in the establishment of the Yeshiva as well as in all the important decisions,he was not officially the Rosh Hayeshiva." (source)

  • "We read the Chofetz Chaim’s words, and then we see how they might play out in our contemporary world." (source)

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Languages of Origin

  • Textual Hebrew

Etymology

  • חָפֵץ חַיִּים, lit. 'desires life,' from Psalm 34:13: 'Who is the person who desires life…?'

      • Who Uses This

      • Religious: Jews who are engaged in religious observance and have some Jewish education

      Regions

      • North America

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      Alternative Spellings

      Hofetz Hayim, Khofetz Khayim, Chafetz Chayim, Chofets Chayim, Khofets Khayim, Hofets Hayim, Chofetz Chaim, Khofetz Khaim, Hofetz Haim, Chafetz Chaim, Chofets Chaim, Khofets Khaim

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