beit din
Hebrew for "house of judgment", a beit din is a rabbinical court that has jurisdiction in matters of Jewish law.
sefer k’ruitut
Hebrew for "scroll of cutting off". Refers to a get.
Daven
Yiddish for “pray.” Typically involves Hebrew chanting, traditional melodies, and some movement during prayer.
Am Yisrael Chai
Literally, the people of Israel lives. A popular Jewish song.
K'lal Yisrael
The Jewish community or the whole of Israel; often used to refer to Jewish unity or solidarity.
Rebbetzin
Yiddish term used for the wife of a rabbi. More commonly used in Orthodox communities.
r'fuah sh'leimah
Literally meaning, a complete healing. Used in modern Hebrew as "get well soon."
nesiya tova
Hebrew term for "have a good trip; bon voyage."
Chag Sameach
Hebrew for term meaning, "happy holiday."
Am
“nation” or “people.” Am Yisrael is often used to describe the people of Israel, especially throughout the Bible.