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On a table while it is being read during a service. Inside a closed box or closet at the front (east side) of the synagogue ... called the 'ark' or 'aron' (Heb) ... at other times.
They are stored in a closet, the Aron Kodesh (Holy Ark), at the back of the bima (altar).
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Do Jews read their holy book from a lectern?
Yes. Judaism has set portions of the Torah (Pentateuch) which are read on specific days. When these are to be read, the Torah scroll is placed on an elevated lectern in front of the congregation and read.
What does Divrei Torah mean?
Diver Torah, plural for a davar Torah, is a lesson given by someone to a group of people that is related to the section of the Torah being read that week
What is a bimah in a synagogue?
It is used for reading the Torah out loud during the service!
Where is the Torah read?
The Torah is read in synagogues across the world
What is the platform from which the Torah scrolls are read?
The platform where the Torah is read from is referred to as the "Bimah."
What happens with the Torah in a synagogue?
The Torah is read.
What is forbidden by Jewish people to the Torah instead they use a pointer to read the Torah called yad?
The Torah has supreme holiness and should not be touched by hand. However, it is read publicly and individuals are called up to the Torah to chant the blessings said before and after the reading of each section. In order that the person can follow the reading the reader uses a Yad or pointer to show the individual the place as the Torah is being read.
Is it hard to read the Torah?
For those who are not fluent in Hebrew, it is hard to read the Torah as the Torah scroll does not have nikkudot (pronunciation indicators).
What is the Qur'an placed on when being read?
It is placed on a wooden stand. It is called Rahl. The Qur'an can be read while holding it in hand.
What do Judaism's read?
they read the Torah
What is the Torah read from?
A Torah scroll, a Tanakh, a book with the Torah in it...! There are countless possibilities!
How many times does the Torah open?
It varies, depending on which service is being held. In a Friday night service, the holy ark is opened once, but the Torah is not removed or read.
