Oneg Shabbat

American  

[oh-neg shah-baht] / ˈoʊ nɛg ʃɑˈbɑt /

noun

Hebrew.

1. a Jewish celebration in honor of the Sabbath that takes place on Friday evening or Saturday afternoon and usually includes a program of songs, a lecture, and refreshments.

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Etymology

Origin of Oneg Shabbat

Literally, “Sabbath delight”

Example Sentences

Minyan Oneg Shabbat: Jewish renewal service and potluck lunch led by Rabbi Mark Novak, an actor, musician and storyteller, in a joy-filled morning of song and silence.

From Washington Post • Nov. 20, 2015

Minyan Oneg Shabbat will sponsor this event, co-led by Rabbi Mark Novak and mindfulness games leader Klia Bassing.

From Washington Post • Nov. 6, 2015

All are invited to Minyan Oneg Shabbat, a mindful experience with song, story, meditation, Torah and lots of joy.

From Washington Post • Nov. 16, 2013

“Dad! It’s not funny. We forgot Oneg Shabbat at synagogue. I know it’s my responsibility, but Mrs. Gruver acted like it’s Mom’s fault.”

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan

And getting chewed out by Mrs. Gruver for forgetting Oneg Shabbat isn’t going to help.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan