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glos·sa·ry: a collection of brief explanations (as in the margin or between the lines of a text) of difficult or obscure words or expressions.
Psalm11918.org has provided this glossary of Hebrew and Greek words to aid our readers in the understanding of specialized words used in our articles.
| Term | Main definition |
|---|---|
| G-d | G-d- It is a custom to insert a dash in G-d's name when written or printed on a medium that could be defaced. This is done to observe the third commandment to honor G-d's name. Pronounced GAHD. |
| Gemara | גמרא Gemara- An Aramaic word meaning "to study". The Gemara is one of two major portions of the Talmud. It contains commentary and analysis on the Mishnah. Pronounced geh MAH ruh.
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