MINYAN

minyan

(noun) the quorum required by Jewish law to be present for public worship (at least ten males over thirteen years of age)

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

minyan (plural minyanim or minyans)

The minimum number of ten (male) adult Jews required for a communal religious service.

(by extension) A Jewish prayer service.

A member of the Minyan race of Greek mythology

Source: Wiktionary


Min*yan", n. (Jewish Relig.)

Definition: A quorum, or number necessary, for conducting public worship.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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