What is another word for Mishnah?

Pronunciation: [mɪshnˈɑː] (IPA)

The Mishnah is a central text of Jewish law that contains the oral traditions and teachings of the rabbis. While the word "Mishnah" is the most commonly used term to refer to this text, there are several synonyms that are sometimes used. One common synonym is "Oral Torah," which emphasizes the fact that the Mishnah is an oral tradition that was eventually written down. Other synonyms include "Talmud" (which can refer specifically to the Babylonian Talmud, which includes not only the Mishnah but also additional commentary and interpretation) and "Halakhah" (which refers specifically to Jewish legal rulings and practices).

What are the hypernyms for Mishnah?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Mishnah

The Rebbe, of blessed memory, explains a bit of the Mishnah to him upside down.
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The Mishnah books I brought with me.
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I have to tell you everything: I am still reading the Mishnah-I have got no Talmud yet.
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