Associations to the word «Shema»

Wiktionary

SHEMA, proper noun. The central creed of Judaism, recited at least twice daily by religious Jews.

Dictionary definition

SHEMA, noun. A liturgical prayer (considered to be the essence of Jewish religion) that is recited at least twice daily by adult Jewish males to declare their faith; "as soon as Leonard learned to talk he was taught to recite the first words of the Shema, the creed of Judaism which originated on Sinai with Moses and is recited daily".

Wise words

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