In the May 27, 2025 edition of the NYT Mini, there was the “Certain religious Jew” clue at 1D looking for a five‑letter answer. The term points to a follower of a particular Jewish movement, more specifically within the Orthodox branch. If you stared at that clue blankly like I did for a minute, don’t worry, the answer is waiting just below.
Certain Religious Jew NYT Mini Answer
HASID is the answer to the “Certain religious Jew” clue.
A Hasid is a follower of the Hasidic movement, an ultra-Orthodox branch of Judaism. This movement began in the 18th century under Israel ben Eliezer (the Baal Shem Tov) in Eastern Europe, and today most Hasidim live in Israel or the United States.
Hasidic Jews are known for very traditional dress and customs. Men typically wear long black coats and broad hats, and often grow long sidelocks called payos. This conservative style and devotion set them apart, fitting the clue “Certain religious Jew”. The Hebrew term Hasid even literally means “pious one”.
