Simchat Beit Hashoevah

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Definitions

  • n. A celebration held during chol hamoed that commemorates the ancient ritual of drawing water from the Shiloah spring for the water libation (Nisuch HaMayim) performed in the Temple.

Example Sentences

  • "Let’s all do our part to make this year’s Simchas Beis Hashoeva a true kiddush Hashem, filled with joy, unity, and light for all who attend." (source)

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Languages of Origin

  • Textual Hebrew

Etymology

  • שִׂמְחַת בֵּית הַשּׁוֹאֵבָה

      • Who Uses This

      • Orthodox: Jews who identify as Orthodox and observe halacha (Jewish law)

      Regions

      • North America

      Dictionaries

      • None

      Alternative Spellings

      Simchat Beit Hasho'evah, Simchat Beit Hasho'eva, Simchat Beit Hashoeva, Simchas Beis Hashoeiva, Simchas Beis Hasho'eiva

Notes

  • Definitions were contributed from Yinglish: A Lexicon of Judeo-English by Aliza Bulow.

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