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Glossary
A Fortiori --Latin; an argument based on an inference. In
Hebrew, a Kal v'Homer argument where two cases are
compared, one lenient, one strict. If the law is strict in
a serious case, how much more so will the law be strict
when applied to the lenient case.
Aggadah (adjective: Aggadic) --All Rabbinic literature that has
nothing to do with Jewish law (Halakhah). Aggadic lit-
erature is characterized by stories, fables, and sayings.
Aliyot --Literally, "to go up." Refers to a synagogue honor
where a congregant is called up to recite a blessing
over the reading of the Torah.
Amidah --Literally, "standing." Refers to central prayer that is
at the core of each of the three daily prayer services in
the Jewish tradition.
Amoraim --The title of the Rabbis who created the Gemara, a
comprehensive discussion and analysis of the Mishnah.
These Rabbis lived in Israel and Babylonia and were
active during the years 220 to 500 C.E.
Arba'ah Turim --Literally, "The Four Columns." A medieval
Jewish legal code written by Rabbi Ya'acov ben Asher
in 1475.
Ashrei --Literally, "Happy are they." A verse from Psalms 84:5,
which serves as an introduction to Psalm 145. This is a
central prayer recited in the morning and afternoon
services in the Jewish tradition.

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Publication Information: Book Title: Practical Pedagogy for the Jewish Classroom: Classroom Management, Instruction, and Curriculum Development. Contributors: Daniel B. Kohn - author. Publisher: Greenwood Press. Place of Publication: Westport, CT. Publication Year: 1999. Page Number: 179.
    
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