Torah

The Torah outlines the foundational narrative of Judaism. It consists of the first five of the 24 books that make up the Tanach. The five books are: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. It narrates the origins of Judaism- from God's creation of the world, to the descent of the people of Israel into Egypt and their salvation with the granting of the Torah on Mt. Sinai. The Torah ends with the death of Moses, prior to the people's crossing to the promised land. The books highlight civil laws, religious obligations, and teachings such as the 10 commandments.
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Israelis cheer during the annual Bible Quiz on Israel's Independence Day. April 16, 2013

Independence Day Bible Quiz: Bringing Jews worldwide together

'Studying the Bible showed me where we come from and our relationship with Israel,' a 2020 contestant from Argentina told the Post.

14/05/2024
People stand still in Tel Aviv, as a two-minute siren is sounded across Israel to mark Holocaust Rem

We must contemplate our mutual responsibility for all facets of Israeli society

This year, more than any other, we must recommit ourselves to both dimensions of the demand for mutual responsibility.

By SHAI FINKELSTEIN
12/05/2024

Parashat Kedoshim: A society that worships wisdom and understanding is a holy one

This weeks Parasha teaches us that Judaism’s attitude toward the elderly is one of respect and understanding.

Israel's message to Iran: We will act to destroy the nuclear threat

The Islamic Republic is not only a threat to Israel but to the entire world, and it will continue on its path until it has a bomb in hand or the world finally wakes up and puts a stop to it.

By DAVID BEN-BASAT
04/05/2024

The story of the ANZAC Torah and how it survived

From the battles of yesteryear to the present-day defenders of our precious freedom, the story of the ANZAC Torah embodies the enduring spirit of Jewish heroism.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN
04/05/2024

Parashat Aharei Mot: Holiness of the family

Why does the prohibition of worshiping Molech – as severe and horrifying as it may be – appear in the list of prohibitions of forbidden relationships?

Shabbat Passover: Song of love, longing, and illumination

On this Sabbath, it is customary in many communities to read Shir Hashirim, the “Song of Songs” – the biblical love song composed by King Solomon.

The three elements we can learn from Passover: Vision, miracle and freedom

On Passover, when we sit down to the Seder table, we declare together, “In every generation, they rise against us to annihilate us, but the Holy One, blessed be He, saves us from their hands.” 

By ZEHAVIT GROSS
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