The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word MITZVAH
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The straight part
We know that "instruction" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case instruction = mitzvah.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does MITZVAH mean?
MITZVAH noun- Any of the 613 commandments of Jewish law
- An act of kindness, a good deed.