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Together, those two sources of Judaism constitute our beliefs, laws and education.
- The Hebrew Bible taught the ways of God and what He expects of us. It is important because it tells the history of the ancient Israelites, as well as giving us the teachings of such prophets as Moses, Isaiah and Jeremiah, the stories of kings like David and Saul, and the ethics and beliefs of the Jewish religion. Our tradition is that the Hebrew Bible is from God (Exodus 24:12), given to us to provide knowledge, guidance, inspiration, awe and reverence, advice, law, comfort, history and more.
- The Talmud expands upon the Hebrew Bible's teachings. The Torah-laws "as is" aren't exactly what Judaism observes. Rather, It's the Torah together with the details provided in the Talmud, which is the Oral Law that was handed down together with the laws of Moses. Otherwise, the verses of the Torah often lack enough detail to be fulfilled. For example, the law of honest weights and measures (Leviticus 19:36) does not state if any deviation is permitted. How often do the scales need calibration? What is the penalty for overcharging? Etc.
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∙ 7y agoThe Hebrew Bible is important because it tells the history of the ancient Israelites, as well as giving us the teachings of such prophets as Moses, Isaiah and Jeremiah, the stories of kings like David and Saul, and the ethics and beliefs of the Jewish religion.Our tradition is that the Hebrew Bible is from God (Exodus 24:12), given to us to provide knowledge, guidance, inspiration, awe and reverence, advice, law, comfort, history and more. It is the basis of Judaism. It crystallized, strengthened and codified our beliefs; insured our awareness and knowledge of our identity and history; and provided powerful impetus to be ethical.
It made us stand in awe of God, while also providing optimism and comfort through the prophecies of redemption. It inspired us to strive for holiness and informed us how to pray and to approach God's presence.
And it set detailed laws, practices and traditions for us forever.
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The Talmud expands upon the Hebrew Bible's teachings. The Torah-laws "as is" aren't exactly what Judaism observes. Rather, It's the Torah together with the details provided in the Talmud, which is the Oral Law that was handed down together with the laws of Moses. Otherwise, the verses of the Torah often lack enough detail to be fulfilled.
For example, the law of honest weights and measures (Leviticus 19:36) does not state if any deviation is permitted. How often do the scales need calibration? What is the penalty for overcharging? Etc.
The laws (Deuteronomy ch.17) concerning the judges (Torah-sages; Sanhedrin) do not say what exactly constitutes bribery (Deuteronomy 16:19). Is it bribery if I compliment a judge before the court case but do not give a gift? And myriad other questions: How many judges are a quorum for Torah-courts? Is there a time limit for court cases? Etc.
The laws concerning restitution for damages (Exodus ch.22) do not tell us if payment needs to be made for emotional stress.
The key Hebrew word in Exodus 22:4 can mean either fire or cattle. Which is it? Or is it both?
In Exodus 22:5, is there a difference in restitution between deliberate and accidental spreading of fire?
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What is next in importance to the Hebrew Bible for Jews?
For Jews, the next in importance is the Talmud.
Who uses the Hebrew Bible?
Jews
What stories and folklore that many Jews consider to be almost as significant to Judaism as the Hebrew bible?
The Talmud. In addition to stories, it has details of the Torah laws which the Torah omits for the sake of brevity.
What is the other name for the Hebrew Bible?
For Jews, the Hebrew Bible is called the Tanakh. For Christians it is the Old Testament.
What two things resulted from copying the Hebrew bible into the greek?
Greek became the only language besides Hebrew in which the Torah may be read (Talmud, Megillah 9a); and the Torah became accessible for the first time to non-Jews.
What is the most important book for Jews to study?
There is no single answer. The Hebrew Bible is our holiest book, while it is through the discussions in the Talmud that the Hebrew Bible is interpreted and understood, and it is according to the Code of Jewish Law (Shulchan Arukh) that we live.There are other examples too, but the above is representative of our most important texts to study.See also the Related Links.Link: More about the Hebrew BibleLink: More about the TalmudLink: Examples of Jewish laws
What are the Hebrew peoples race in the Holy Bible?
My opinion, is that during Bible times, Hebrew peoples were considered as, Jews.
Jews spoke what language in the Bible?
They spoke Hebrew!
What is the book that contains the word of god?
For Christians, the Bible For Muslims, the Qur'an For Jews, the Talmud
The Bible is to Christians as what is to Jews?
The Bible is the holy book of ChristianityThe Quran is the holy book of IslamThe Talmud is record of rabbinic teachings on Jewish law and customs; the holy book of Judaism is the Torah.
What is the third sacred text in Judaism besides the Hebrew Bible and the Torah?
There is only one sacred text, the Hebrew Bible, of which the Torah is a part. There are several other writings of religious significance, such as the Talmud and Mishnah (writings of ancient rabbis). Only the Hebrew Bible is considered sacred by most Jews.
When do Jews use the Hebrew bible?
The Hebrew Bible is used for prayer, study, and is read from on special ocassions such as Holidays and Shabbat. The Torah (the first part of the Hebrew Bible) is also read from on Mondays and Thursdays.
