Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Karaism.
Karaism - as a noun
A jewish religious movement that repudiated oral tradition as a source of divine law and defended the hebrew bible as the sole authentic font of religious doctrine and practice.
Example: "This ephemeral appearance of karaism on spanish soil was fruitful for jewish historical literature, for it induced the philosophically trained abraham ibn daud of toledo to write his "sefer ha-ḳabbalah" (1161), which is invaluable for the history of the jews in spain."
Example Sentences
"Many Karaite Jews follow the principles of karaism."
"The origins of karaism can be traced back to the 8th century CE."
"Some scholars view karaism as a reaction to the growing influence of the Talmudic tradition."
Word Game Points
Is KARAISM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, karaism is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
KARAISM has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is KARAISM a valid Words With Friends word?
No, karaism is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordKARAISM is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is KARAISM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, karaism is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordKARAISM has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.