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That's kinda the whole idea. Otherwise, there's not much reason for a Torah, now is there ?

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What bible is the record for the Jewish peoples' history and religion?

If you are asking what text is their religious scripture, it's the Torah.


What is codes of behavior?

In general, the Jewish code of behavior is the entire Torah. More specifically, for observant Jews today, the Torah-laws have been distilled (about 450 years ago) and set down in the Shulchan Arukh (code of Jewish Law), by Rabbi Joseph Caro. The Shulchan Arukh lists the laws of the Torah and Talmud. See also the attached Related Links.


What makes the Torah significant to Jewish history?

The Torah defines the Jewish religion.


Why do you have the Torah?

There was a time when the Jews were subjected to a persecution which included a decree that they not read from the Torah. In order that the weekly Torah readings not fall into disuse, the Sages instituted a custom to read a portion from the prophets that was a similar subject to each week's Torah reading.


What Jewish holiDay do you start the Torah?

Simchat Torah.


What are the teachings about the Torah and is a record of Jewish law?

Both the Torah and the Talmud are important records of Jewish laws and teachings. See the Related Links.Link: More about the TorahLink: More about the TalmudLink: Examples of Jewish laws


What is the Basis for the Jewish Torah?

The Torah states that it was given by God.


Is Torah Bright Jewish?

No


Why was the Jewish bible called the Torah?

The Jewish Bible is not called the Torah. Jewish Bible, called the Tanakh, contains 24 books. The Torah represents only the first 5 books (Genesis through Deuteronomy).


How does Hebrew tradition preserved?

Jewish tradition was preserved by the Jewish Prophets, Sages, Torah-commentators and codifiers. Jewish tradition is preserved by learning and keeping the Torah.


Why is the Torah the most treasured possession in the Jewish religion?

The Torah is the most treasured possession in Judaism as it is what forms the backbone of Judaism. Without the Torah, there would be no Judaism.


What do you need to believe in to be Jewish?

The Torah.