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Is the Torah always in scroll form?
When used in prayer services, the Torah is always in scroll form. When it is studied in classrooms or study groups, it is almost NEVER in scroll form, except to show students what a Torah scroll looks like. When the Torah is in book form, it is often called a Humash or Pentateuch.
What is the pointer called that is used when reading the Torah?
The pointer that is used when reading the Torah is called a yad
What objects are used when reading the Torah?
The object that is used when reading from the Torah scroll is a pointer called a `yad`.
What is a yad and how is it used?
A Yad, literally "hand", is a Jewish Torah Pointer and is used to follow the text of the Torah.
What item do they use instead for the Torah?
In Jewish practice, when the Torah scroll is unavailable, a printed copy of the Torah, known as a "Chumash," is often used for reading. Additionally, some communities may use a "Sefer Torah" that is not a scroll but rather a bound book containing the same text. In certain situations, a prayer book or a commentary on the Torah may also serve as a substitute for study or discussion.
What is a Jewish mantle?
A Jewish mantle, also known as a Torah mantle, is a decorative cover that is used to dress a Torah scroll. It is typically made of rich fabric and often adorned with intricate embroidery or designs. The mantle helps to protect and honor the Torah scroll, which contains the sacred texts of the Hebrew Bible.
What book did Judaism used?
The Torah
When would a Jew use a Torah?
The Torah is the Hebrew Bible. Like the Christian Bible, the Torah can be read and studied at anytime. In synagogues, it is most commonly used during Shabbat morning prayer services in which a section of the Torah is read every week.
What community is the Torah used in?
The Jewish community
Who is the Torah still used by?
Jewish Synagogs
When was the Torah first used?
In 1280BCE i think.
Did Jews take Torah with them to captivity?
not often, but they did hide (or bury) many of them.
