haftaroth

/hæftəroʊθ/

Definitions

1. noun

A section of the Hebrew Bible, specifically the Prophets or the Writings in the Hebrew canon

“The haftaroth are often read during Jewish worship services.”

2. noun

A passage of scripture or a biblical text used in Jewish worship services

“The haftaroth are an essential part of the Jewish liturgical cycle.”

Synonyms

  • prophets
  • writings

Antonyms

  • apocrypha
  • non-canonical