noun/adjectivemasculine/femininepl: Israelites
israelita
1. A native or inhabitant of ancient Israel; a member of the Hebrew people
The Israelites were the chosen people according to biblical tradition.
Os israelitas eram o povo escolhido de acordo com a tradição bíblica.
2. A person of Jewish faith or descent, particularly in historical or biblical contexts
The ancient Israelites established their kingdom in Canaan.
Os antigos israelitas estabeleceram seu reino em Canaã.
3. Adjective: relating to ancient Israel or its people
Israelite culture and traditions were deeply rooted in monotheism.
A cultura e as tradições israelitas eram profundamente enraizadas no monoteísmo.
The term 'Israelite' is primarily used in religious, historical, and academic contexts to refer to the ancient Hebrew people and their descendants. In Brazil and Portugal, 'israelita' carries the same historical and religious significance, often appearing in biblical studies, Jewish cultural discussions, and historical texts. The term distinguishes the ancient kingdom of Israel from the modern state of Israel established in 1948.
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