Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Haredim

What is the origin of the term "Haredim?" From where did it originate, and when did it start being used in the way in which it currently is used? Also, is there a formal distinction between the term "Haredi" and the designation "ultra-Orthodox?"
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  1. AnonymousMarch 3, 2010 at 4:47 PM

    It comes from the prophet Isaiah, from the word Charada which was used in the context of "to stand before God in awe and tremble" for more, click here Wikipedia.org- Haredi

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