Hasid
Americannoun
plural
Hasidim-
a member of a sect founded in Poland in the 18th century by Baal Shem-Tov and characterized by its emphasis on mysticism, prayer, ritual strictness, religious zeal, and joy.
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an Assidean.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of Hasid
From the Hebrew word ḥāsīd “pious (person)”
Example Sentences
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"In these circumstances, because of the nature of this attack, in many cases the job cannot be perfect," Hasid said.
From BBC • Oct. 14, 2023
But by the time F. Vizel, a Satmar Hasid, learned that the public library existed at the age of 20, she’d already made a far more critical discovery.
From Slate • Aug. 21, 2012
Perez instantly recognized him as Rabbi Don Yoel Levy, a Hasid who heads OK Kosher Certification, which monitors and validates Basil’s advertised adherence to kosher dietary rules.
From New York Times • Oct. 7, 2010
At a movie screening after-party, one former Hasid who still dresses the part expressed concern with what kind of Hasidim the guys in the film were.
From Salon • May 27, 2010
He was dressed like a Hasid, but he didn’t sound like one.
From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok
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