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According to Jewish tradition, God himself gave the Jews the Torah (also known as the Pentateuch). Therefore it is a major part of their religious history, especially regarding the bond they have with God.
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Our tradition is that the Torah 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.
The Torah is a source of national pride for us (see Deuteronomy 4:6-8).
It increases our reverence towards God; crystallizes, strengthens and codifies our beliefs; insures our awareness and knowledge of our history; and provides powerful impetus to be ethical.
It makes us stand in awe of God, while also providing optimism and comfort through the prophecies of redemption. It inspires us to strive for holiness and informs us how to pray and to approach God's presence.
It gives us a great deal of general information, guidance and advice.
And it sets detailed laws, practices and traditions for us.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 14y agoThey are the foundation for three major religions. (Judaism, Islam, and Christianity) Regarding Judaism and to a degree Christianity, the first 5 books outline God's will for His people. It contains what He sees as morally acceptable and not acceptable. At the same time, Yehoshua (Jesus/Christianity) claimed the Torah (and the Prophets) testified of him... so without them as proof texts his existence as well as his claims would be without backing.
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∙ 8y ago1) God spoke the entire Torah to Moses (Exodus 24:12); and it is the foundation of Judaism, containing the major Jewish laws, beliefs and tradition.
2) Moses, who put the Torah in writing (Deuteronomy 31:24) was the greatest of prophets (Numbers ch.12, Deuteronomy ch.34).
3) The purpose of all the other Israelite prophets (and later works such as the Talmud) was only to uphold the Torah, not to supersede it or add anything.
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∙ 11y agoBecause it is the word of God (Exodus 24:12).
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∙ 10y agoBecause it's the word of God (Exodus 24:12).
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∙ 11y agobecause our tradition is that it was given by God (Exodus 24:12).
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∙ 11y agoThe Torah states (Exodus 24:12) that it is the word of God, penned by Moses (Deuteronomy 31:24).
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∙ 8y agothe texts come from the Torah
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What is sacred to Jews?
Torah
What is a difference between judaism and Christianity?
Christians consider the New Testament a sacred text, while Jews do not. Apex
What was the Jews most sacred writing?
The Torah
What other writings do jews hold as sacred?
The sacred book of Judaism is the Tanach - the Jewish Bible. The word Tanach is an acronym made up of the names of its three sections: Torah (Teachings), Nevi'im (Prophets), K'tuvim (Writings).
What book is considered holy by both Judaism and Islam?
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What are follwers of judaism called?
People who practice Judaism are called Jews.
Is the holy book the Torah?
The Torah is the Holy Book of Judaism for Jews, yes.
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.
Is the cow a sacred animal for jews?
No. The cow is the sacred animal in Hinduism, not Judaism.
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The Torah.
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Judaism followers are called Jews
What is the ark used for in Judaism?
The ark is used for holding Sifrei Torah, the scroll held sacred by the Jews.
