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Etymology
1. minyan
noun. the quorum required by Jewish law to be present for public worship (at least ten males over thirteen years of age).
Etymology
- מנין (Hebrew)
Sentences with minyan
1. Noun, singular or mass
It is said in front of a minyan, a quorum of 10 Jewish men above the age of 13.
2. Adjective
The minyan assembles at mourners' homes twice daily for at least the seven days of mourning.
3. Noun, plural
Members of the minyan were required to remain in hearing distance of each other during the Jewish service.
