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Pentateuch is the Greek name for the first 5 books of the Hebrew Bible. Hebrew scriptures as canon are divided into 3 sections, and Pentateuch is the first. The Pentateuch is the uniform writings ascribed to Moses: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. These books are the Law division of the Hebrew Bible. Jews see the Pentateuch as the most important part of their holy writings since they were written by Moses himself, at God's dictation. The word "Pentateuch" is usually used by scholars and Christians, while practicing Jews use the word "Torah," and practicing Muslims use the word "Tawrat." They're also widely known as "the Five Books of Moses." According to Jewish tradition, the Books of Moses were taught to Moses from God in literal form, and composed by God prior to the creation of the world.

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