noun
- Plural of khazen; cantors or choir leaders in a Jewish synagogue, traditionally responsible for leading liturgical prayers and chants.
Usage: Also spelled 'hazans' or 'chazans'; From Hebrew/Yiddish origin; Religious/cultural term
Examples
- The khazens led the congregation in prayer during the High Holy Days.
- Several khazens from different synagogues gathered for the regional conference.
- The role of khazens has been central to Jewish worship for centuries.
- Young khazens trained extensively in liturgical music and Hebrew.
- The synagogue hired two experienced khazens to enhance the musical services.