the Torah

noun

: the wisdom and law contained in Jewish sacred writings and oral tradition

: the first five books of the Jewish Bible that are used in a synagogue for religious services

Examples of the Torah in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web For Hausman, the most difficult part was witnessing the ark that held the Torah scrolls being removed from the chapel where many of the victims died. —

N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA TODAY, 14 Aug. 2024 Why does the Torah spend an entire chapter outlining all of the Israelites encampments in the desert (Numbers 33)? —

Rabbi Avi Weiss, Sun Sentinel, 29 July 2024 What is Passover? Within Judaism, Passover symbolizes the ancient Israelites' freedom from slavery in Egypt and underscores God's faithfulness, as detailed in the Torah's biblical narrative. —

Coleby Phillips, The Arizona Republic, 29 Mar. 2024 As a religious name, Aaron has appeared in the Quran, Bible, and the Torah. —

Toketemu Ohwovoriole, Parents, 30 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for the Torah

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