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Torah

Verb / ˈtɔ:rʌ / Another word for torah — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The Torah is the central text of Judaism, consisting of the first five books of the Hebrew Bible.

Synonyms & similar words

laws pentateuch torah Pentateuch Scriptures Tanakh Law Writings

Synonyms by register

Formal

law doctrine teaching precept

Informal

guidance rules instructions

Literary

scripture divine law

Antonyms

ignorance heresy paganism secularism profanity disbelief

Common collocations

  • the Torah
  • read the Torah
  • study the Torah
  • Torah scroll
  • Torah portion
  • oral Torah
  • written Torah

Word family

noun Torah

Usage note

Torah specifically refers to the first five books of the Hebrew Bible. While it can broadly mean 'law' or 'teaching' in Hebrew, its primary English usage is religious and specific to Judaism.

Example sentences

  1. The Torah is the most sacred text in Judaism.
  2. In Hebrew, the word 'torah' means 'instruction' or 'teaching'.
  3. Jews read from the Torah during religious services.
  4. The Torah tells the story of the creation of the world and the history of the Jewish people.
  5. The Ten Commandments are part of the Torah.

Quotes

  • 'The Torah is the blueprint of creation, a revelation from God that informs our daily lives.' - Jonathan Sacks
  • 'The Torah is the greatest gift that God has given to His people.' - Meir Soloveichik
  • 'The Torah is a love story between God and the Jewish people.' - Shmuley Boteach

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