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Hasid

Noun:

1. A member of a Jewish sect that follows Hasidism, a mystical and pietistic movement originated in Eastern Europe in the 18th century.

Example sentence: A Hasid is characterized by his devoutness, joy, and emphasis on prayer and service to God.

Adjective:

1. Relating to or characteristic of the Hasidim or their thought and practice.

Example sentence: The Hasid community practices their unique form of worship, known for its ecstatic forms of prayer and meditation.

Verb:

1. (third-person singular simple present hasids, present participle hasiding, simple past and past participle hasided) To follow or adhere to the principles and practices of Hasidism.

Example sentence: He hasided to the teachings of the Hasidic rabbi and has found great spiritual fulfillment.

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