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Why are Ashkenazi Torah scrolls special?
There is nothing that makes a Sephardic Torah more special than any other Torah.
Why is the donkey special in Hebrew culture?
The donkey is not special. There are references to donkeys in the Torah, but only because it was a common work animal in Israel.
Why do Jews have special meals on the Sabbath?
Because it's a mitzva (meritorious Torah-precept) to enjoy the Sabbath.
What is a Torah-scroll chest?
The Torah scroll is stored in a special cabinet called the Holy Ark.
Why are the Tefillin special to Jewish people?
Because they're commanded in the Torah (Deuteronomy ch.6). They represent the binding covenant with God.
How jews observe simchat Torah and Purim?
On Simchat Torah, there are special prayers and Torah-readings. Work is forbidden, and festive maels are held. It is customary to dance in the synagogue with the Torah scrolls.
Is the Torah kept in a wooden box?
No, the Ark of the Covenant is said to carry the Ten Commandments, not the Torah.
What is the name of the Torah-container in which it is kept?
The Holy Ark; a special cabinet.
Does the Jewish ark have a special meaning?
Yes, it is the cabinet that houses the Torah scrolls.
Why is the core of the Hebrew bible referred to as Torah?
Because that is what the Torah calls itself (Deuteronomy 31:24). "Torah" means teaching; instruction.
Do the children do anything special in judiasm?
They are taught Torah, they say blessings over food, and they're taught the various mitzvot (Torah-commands) as they become age-appropriate.
What does the Jewish law requiring use of a yad tell you about the value placed on the Torah by the Hebrews?
The yad (a small pointer, usually of silver) is used in order to read the Torah accurately without needing to touch it. This is because of the high honor in which we hold the Torah scroll. See also:Facts about Torah scrolls
