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  • There are numerous statements within the books that Moses wrote them.
  • Uniform and solid tradition amongst the Jews who recorded and passed on their history named Moses as the author. It was not discounted until it became fashionable to discredit their long history in the 19th century.
  • Both Old and New Testament repeatedly refer to Moses as the author and they - being much closer than modern day critics to the events - are better placed to make the call.
  • The writer also is obviously a participant in some of the events, and we know that Moses recorded history in written form. Geographical details, first-hand accounts of certain events, and the time in which it was written all point to Mosaic authorship.
  • The style of writing used places it in the correct time frame for Moses. This literary form was not in use at the later date when those who discredit Mosaic authorship place the writing.
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Who wrote the pentatech?

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Who wrote the books in pentateuhch?

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Who is traditionally the author of the Pentateuch?

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Is moses the key figure in the pentateuch?

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Why is the classification of the Old Testament called the Pentateuch?

The word Pentateuch comes from two Greek words meaning "five books". The first 5 books of the Old Testament are attributed to Moses and are also called the Books of Moses. For Jews, the Pentateuch is called the Torah.


Did Moses write about his death?

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Wrote the first five books?

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What is the date of the pentateuch?

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Who wrote the final version of the Pentateuch?

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What are the first five books of the old testement called?

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What is the meaning of Deuteronomy?

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