Definition

A religious commandment or good deed in Judaism, often associated with a ceremony or celebration.

Example

The family celebrated the boy's bar mitzvah with a big party.

Conversation

I heard you went to a mitsvah last weekend.

Yeah, it was a really special event for my friend.

What did they do during the mitsvah?

They had a big party with lots of dancing and food!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mitzvah originates from Hebrew "מצווה" (mitzvah), meaning commandment or good deed. In Jewish tradition, it refers to a commandment from God or a good deed performed in accordance with Jewish law.

Memory Tip

Think of the Hebrew word for commandment, 'mitzvah', which helps you remember that a mitzvah is a good deed or commandment in Jewish practice.

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