Amora — definition

1. amora (Noun)

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amora (Noun) — One of a group of rabbis (active AD 250-500) who discussed the Mishnaic law in the law schools of Palestine and Mesopotamia where they explained and applied earlier teachings and whose discussions are recorded in the Talmud; they emphasized the study of Torah and the importance of personal action and the fulfilment of the commandments.

1 type of
rabbi