masoret

Definition

An unwritten tradition orally passed down as law by the Hebrews.

Etymology

From Hebrew מסורת / מָסֹרֶת (masóret).

Example Sentences

• "The rough correspondence between these concepts and “native” Jewish ideas such as masoret (authoritative tradition) and galut (exile) further helps to explain their enduring status in the field."
• "From the above, it would seem that Rabban Gamliel had a different masoret from R' Yehoshua, one that was a very well-kept secret."
• "“The Sadducees say that there is a tradition (masoret) in the hands of the Pharisees to afflict themselves,” according to 'Abot R. Nat. A (end chap. 12)."