Torah: meaning, definitions and examples

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torah

 

[ หˆtษ”หrษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

Jewish scripture

The Torah is the central reference of the religious Judaic tradition. It is composed of the first five books of the Hebrew Bible, also known as the Pentateuch. The Torah provides the foundational laws, teachings, and instructions given to the Israelites. It holds a significant role in Jewish culture and religious practice, being read and studied extensively. The teachings within the Torah cover various aspects of life, including ethics, morality, and rituals.

Synonyms

Hebrew Bible, Law of Moses, Pentateuch

Examples of usage

  • The Torah was read during the synagogue service.
  • She studies the Torah daily for insights.
  • The Torah contains the Ten Commandments.

Translations

Translations of the word "torah" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น Torรก

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเฅ‹เคฐเคพเคน

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tora

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Tora

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะขะพั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Tora

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒˆใƒผใƒฉใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Torah

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Torรก

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท Tora

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ† ๋ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุชูˆุฑุงุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Tรณra

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Tรณra

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰˜ๆ‹‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Tora

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Tรณra

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะขะพั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Tora

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Torรก

Etymology

The term 'Torah' originates from the Hebrew word 'ืชึผื•ึนืจึธื”' (Torah), which means 'instruction' or 'teaching.' It reflects the foundational texts that guide the Jewish religion. The Torah is traditionally believed to have been revealed to Moses at Mount Sinai, a pivotal event in Jewish belief. Throughout Jewish history, the Torah has been meticulously preserved and copied, ensuring its teachings endure through generations. In addition to its religious significance, the Torah has influenced various aspects of culture, philosophy, and law, both within Judaism and in broader contexts. Its role has evolved over time, but it consistently serves as a spiritual and moral guide for millions around the world.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,966, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.