Vocabulary From Reading

Question 1

Halakhah

Answer 1

The entire body of Jewish law and tradition comprising the laws of the Bible, the oral law as transcribed in the legal portion of the Talmud, and subsequent legal codes amending or modifying traditional precepts to conform to contemporary conditions.

Question 2

Morphology (linguistics)

Answer 2

The patterns of word formation in a particular language, including inflection, derivation, and composition; OR the study and description of such patterns

Question 3

Heuristic

Answer 3

Serving to indicate or point out; stimulating interest as a means of furthering investigation

Question 4

Parousia

Answer 4

Second Coming

Question 5

Noetic

Answer 5

Of or pertaining to the mind; originating in or apprehended by the reason

Question 6

Ontology

Answer 6

The branch of metaphysics that studies the nature of existence or beings as such

Question 7

Opportunism

Answer 7

The policy or practice, as in politics, business, or one’s personal affairs, of adapting actions, decisions, etc. to expediency or effectiveness regardless of the sacrifice of ethical principles