Torah

The Torah outlines the foundational narrative of Judaism. It consists of the first five of the 24 books that make up the Tanach. The five books are: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. It narrates the origins of Judaism- from God's creation of the world, to the descent of the people of Israel into Egypt and their salvation with the granting of the Torah on Mt. Sinai. The Torah ends with the death of Moses, prior to the people's crossing to the promised land. The books highlight civil laws, religious obligations, and teachings such as the 10 commandments.
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Parashat Behar: Who is the servant and who is the master?

The produce grown in shmita year is considered holy, and all agricultural activity – including plowing, planting, pruning, and harvesting – is forbidden. It is designated for consumption only. 

Parents of fallen soldier provide those affected by the war with a place to convalesce

During the Torah portion of Toldot, Jen Airley felt compelled to leave the synagogue and pray at home, unaware her son Binyamin was battling Hamas.

Discovering a common bond through Jewish tradition

The counting every evening of the omer can serve as a daily reminder – like the ringing of a bell to open markets – that a new day is upon us and we need to work to accomplish goals and make change.

19/05/2024
 How to Invest in Gold With IRA/401k

How spiritual decisions can inform our financial decisions

People’s decision-making regarding money can set them up for long-term financial security or a life of debt and poverty

By AARON KATSMAN
17/05/2024

Parsha Emor: Being worthy of one’s role

The more an individual invests in being worthy of his/her role, the better he/she performs his/her role.

Israelis cheer during the annual Bible Quiz on Israel's Independence Day. April 16, 2013

Independence Day Bible Quiz: Bringing Jews worldwide together

'Studying the Bible showed me where we come from and our relationship with Israel,' a 2020 contestant from Argentina told the Post.

14/05/2024
People stand still in Tel Aviv, as a two-minute siren is sounded across Israel to mark Holocaust Rem

We must contemplate our mutual responsibility for all facets of Israeli society

This year, more than any other, we must recommit ourselves to both dimensions of the demand for mutual responsibility.

By SHAI FINKELSTEIN
12/05/2024
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