mitzvot

מצווה‎‎

mitzvot- A Hebrew word meaning "commands" or "good deeds".  These are one of three types of "commandments" given in Scripture: mitzvot, mishpatim, and chuqqim.  When G-d delivers orders that have an apparent rational basis they are considered mitzvot.  Strongs #4687.  Pronounced mitz VOHT.  Singular "mitzvah".