How Do You Spell PHYLACTERICAL?

Pronunciation: [fˌa͡ɪlɐktˈɛɹɪkə͡l] (IPA)

"Phylacterical" is often misspelled due to its complex combination of letters. The correct pronunciation is /fəlækˈtɛrɪkəl/, with the stress placed on the second syllable. The word derives from the Greek "phylakterion", which means "an amulet or charm worn for protection". In English, it refers to someone who is overly concerned with religious rituals and formalities. To spell this word correctly, it's important to pay attention to the double "l" and "c" after the "y", as well as the "a" and "i" in the middle of the word.

PHYLACTERICAL Meaning and Definition

1. The term "phylacterical" is an adjective derived from the word "phylactery," which is commonly used in the context of religious or traditional practices. Phylacterical refers to something that pertains to or resembles a phylactery.

   A phylactery is an object typically used in various religious traditions, most notably in Judaism. It is a small box or pouch containing scriptural verses, often Judaism’s Shema prayer, which is affixed to the body or clothing, particularly the forehead or arm, during prayer. Phylacteries are significant symbols of religious devotion and adherence to religious customs.

   In a broader sense, the term "phylacterical" can also be used to describe behaviors, practices, or objects that exhibit a strong commitment or strict adherence to religious or traditional beliefs. Thus, the adjective often conveys an emphasis on the external show of devotion or religiosity.

   However, "phylacterical" can also carry a negative connotation, especially when it implies a focus on superficial or ostentatious displays of religious observance, without genuinely encompassing the essence of the faith or moral values it represents. In this sense, it suggests a preoccupation with the rites and rituals associated with a particular religious tradition, while neglecting the true spiritual and ethical aspects of the belief system.

   In summary, "phylacterical" refers to something connected to or resembling a phylactery, particularly in terms of religious devotion or traditional practices. It emphasizes the outward signs of religious commitment, but can also imply a superficial or excessive fixation on external displays of religiosity.

2. Pert. to phylacteries.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for PHYLACTERICAL

• ohylacterical
• lhylacterical
• -hylacterical
• 0hylacterical
• pgylacterical
• pbylacterical
• pnylacterical
• pjylacterical
• puylacterical
• pyylacterical
• phtlacterical
• phglacterical
• phhlacterical
• phulacterical
• ph7lacterical
• ph6lacterical
• phykacterical
• phypacterical
• phyoacterical
• phylzcterical

Etymology of PHYLACTERICAL

The word "phylacterical" comes from the Greek word "phylaktērion", which means "amulet" or "safeguard". In ancient times, phylacteries were small leather boxes containing Scripture verses, worn as a religious observance by Jewish men during morning prayers. The word "phylacterical" is derived from this concept and is used to describe anything related to or reminiscent of phylacteries in a broader sense.