Hasidim

Cultural  

1. Jews (see also Jews) who observe a form of strict Orthodox Judaism. They generally wear severely plain black and white clothes, and the men, following the requirements of Mosaic law, leave parts of their hair and whiskers untrimmed.

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Example Sentences

From the Reform Rabbi Amiel Hirsch—who had coauthored a widely circulated letter against Mamdani—to the Satmar Hasidim in Brooklyn, New York Jews expressed at least cautious optimism about their mayor elect, if not outright excitement.

From Slate • Jan. 1, 2026

Her husband, who belonged to the Ger sect of Hasidim, decided that humans cannot understand God’s ways and that questions about God’s culpability had no answers, Mr. Daum said in “Hiding and Seeking.”

From New York Times • Jan. 19, 2024

Several members of the neighborhood’s Hasidic community suggested that Mr. Light might have more success in Williamsburg, home of the Satmar, a group of Hasidim who famously avoid unnecessary contact with outsiders.

From New York Times • Apr. 28, 2022

The Hasidim are an insular, ultra-orthodox Jewish sect in Brooklyn.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 22, 2020

Many of the Hasidim ignored the question completely.

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok