halakic

/hæˈlɑːkɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or in accordance with the Jewish law or tradition of the Orthodox Jewish community

“The halakic court made the decision based on their interpretation of the Talmud.”

2. noun

a person who adheres to the Jewish law or tradition of the Orthodox Jewish community

“The halakic scholars spent years studying the Talmud to become experts in Jewish law.”

Synonyms

  • observant
  • orthodox
  • traditional

Antonyms

  • agnostic
  • secular