maaseh rav

noun

An anecdote about a decision made by a major rabbi or other 'canonical' figure adduced as precedent in halakhic debate.

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Meanings

noun
  1. An anecdote about a decision made by a major rabbi or other 'canonical' figure adduced as precedent in halakhic debate.

    There are a number of contemporary rabbis who opposed the extradition of a wanted Jewish criminal overseas […] However, these distinguished rabbis do not have the power to push aside the precedents from the bible which are ma'aseh rav.

    2024, David Golinkin, “Is It Permissible Or Required For The State Of Israel To Extradite A Wanted Criminal To Another Country”, in Responsa in a Moment, volume 4, page 179
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