baal korei
In Jewish tradition, a "baal korei" plays a crucial role in synagogue services by reading the Torah aloud.
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Definition
C1Religious Services
(religious, formal)The person who reads from the Torah scroll during synagogue services.
Example
- The baal korei chanted the Torah portion flawlessly during the service.
C1Religious Education
(religious, formal)An individual trained in the proper pronunciation and chanting of the Torah text.
Example
- After years of study, he finally became a baal korei.