The Torah: Explore the Jewish Bible in Religious Education (RE)

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a section of the Torah?

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The Prophets

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Genesis

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Exodus

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Leviticus

Question 2

The original Torah text is written in which language?

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Hebrew

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Aramaic

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Greek

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Latin

Question 3

The Torah can best be described as:

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Religious text

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Historical document

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Political charter

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Scientific manual

Question 4

What is the purpose of the Ten Commandments?

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To guide the moral behavior of the Israelites

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To establish a covenant between God and Israel

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To punish the Israelites for their sins

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To create a system of criminal laws for the Israelites

Question 5

How is the Torah preserved?

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Both orally and in writing

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Orally

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In writing

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Only through dance and music

Question 6

Within the Torah, how do the Prophets and the Writings differ in their roles?

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The Prophets narrate historical events and convey prophetic messages, while the Writings emphasize wisdom literature and poetry.

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The Prophets primarily offer moral teachings, whereas the Writings provide legal codes.

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The Prophets constitute the Oral Torah, while the Writings comprise the Written Torah.

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The Prophets are written in Hebrew, while the Writings utilize Aramaic.

Question 7

What is the primary function of 'halacha' in Judaism?

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Establish religious laws and guidelines for daily life.

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Narrate stories and impart moral lessons.

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Document the Israelites' history.

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Grant access to mystical knowledge.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a Jewish religious practice?

Accepted Answer

Participating in sporting events

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Keeping Kosher

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Praying daily

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Attending synagogue services

Question 9

Which of the following is the correct order of the first five books of the Torah?

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Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy

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Exodus, Genesis, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy

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Leviticus, Exodus, Genesis, Numbers, Deuteronomy

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Numbers, Leviticus, Exodus, Genesis, Deuteronomy

Question 10

What is the central theme of the Torah?

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The relationship between God and humanity

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The history of the Jewish people

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The laws and commandments of God

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The importance of religious rituals

Question 11

What is the name of the section of the Torah that contains the laws governing ritual purity and impurity?

Accepted Answer

The Book of Leviticus

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The Book of Numbers

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The Book of Deuteronomy

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The Book of Joshua

Question 12

What is the Torah?

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The sacred text that serves as the foundation of Judaism

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A collection of ancient Jewish myths

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A detailed record of Jewish history

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A guide to ethical living for Jews

Question 13

How many books form the Torah?

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5

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2

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4

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10

Question 14

What is the name of the first book of the Torah?

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Genesis

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Exodus

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Leviticus

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Numbers

Question 15

What is the central theme that runs through the Torah?

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The laws and teachings of God

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The creation of the universe

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The history of the Jewish people

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The arrival of the Messiah

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a method used to interpret the Torah?

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Scientifically

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Literally

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Symbolically

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Both literally and symbolically

Question 17

What is the main function of rabbis in relation to the Torah?

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Teaching and explaining the Torah's teachings

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Enforcing the laws set out in the Torah

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Writing new laws to add to the Torah

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Determining who is permitted to read the Torah

Question 18

What is a key distinction between the Torah and the Christian Old Testament?

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The Torah contains different books than the Old Testament

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The Torah includes the New Testament

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The Torah is written in Hebrew, while the Old Testament is in Greek

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There are no significant differences between the Torah and the Old Testament

Question 19

What is the traditional name for the first five books of the Hebrew Bible?

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The Torah

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The Gospels

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The Psalms

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The Prophets

Question 20

Who is considered the father of the Jewish people according to the Torah?

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Abraham

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Isaac

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Jacob

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Moses

Question 21

Which of the following themes is not found in the Torah?

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Polytheism

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Covenant

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Monotheism

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Election

Question 22

How does the Torah's portrayal of God differ from other monotheistic religions?

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The Torah portrays God as both transcendent and immanent, emphasizing God's otherness and closeness.

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The Torah portrays God as distant and unknowable, while other religions portray God as more personal.

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The Torah portrays God as wrathful, while other religions emphasize God's love.

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The Torah portrays God as female, while other monotheistic religions portray God as male.

Question 23

What unique characteristic distinguishes the Hebrew language as it appears in the Torah?

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Absence of vowel markings in its written form

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Extensive vocabulary exceeding 100,000 words

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Exclusive use for religious purposes

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Reading direction from right to left

Question 24

How is the Torah traditionally divided?

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Five books

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Ten sections

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Twelve chapters

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Twenty-four verses

Question 25

What is the name of the covenant established between God and the Israelites at Mount Sinai?

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The Covenant of the Law

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The Covenant of Abraham

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The Covenant of Grace

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The everlasting Covenant

Question 26

What is the name given to the first five books of the Hebrew Bible that are considered sacred texts in Judaism?

Accepted Answer

The Torah

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The Talmud

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The Mishnah

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The Midrash

Question 27

Which of the following themes is NOT emphasized in the Torah?

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Scientific discoveries and theories

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Covenant between God and humanity

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Jewish law and ethics

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Ancient Israelite history

Question 28

According to Jewish tradition, who is believed to have authored or compiled the Torah?

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Moses

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Abraham

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King David

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King Solomon

Question 29

Where is Moses said to have received the Ten Commandments?

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Mount Sinai

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Mount Zion

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Mount Ararat

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Mount Moriah

Question 30

Which of the following is a core belief reflected in the Torah?

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Monotheism (belief in one God)

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Polytheism (belief in multiple gods)

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Animism (belief in spirits in nature)

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Atheism (belief in no gods)

Question 31

What is the name of the Jewish holiday that celebrates the Exodus from Egypt?

Accepted Answer

Passover

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Rosh Hashanah

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Yom Kippur

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Sukkot

Question 32

Which book is NOT part of the Torah?

Accepted Answer

Psalms

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Genesis

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Exodus

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Leviticus

Question 33

What is the primary focus of the Torah?

Accepted Answer

The covenant between God and the Jewish people

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The creation of the universe

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The history of the Israelites

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The life of Moses

Question 34

What is the purpose of the mitzvot?

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To guide Jewish behavior

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To punish those who violate the law

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To establish Jewish superiority

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To appease God

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a section of the Jewish Torah?

Accepted Answer

Gospels

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Genesis

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Exodus

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Leviticus

Question 36

In the Jewish tradition, who is considered the primary author of the Torah?

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Moses

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Abraham

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David

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Paul

Question 37

What is the primary theological theme of the book of Genesis?

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The creation of the world

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The life of Moses

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The history of Israel

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The resurrection of Jesus

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a religious practice associated with the study of the Torah in Judaism?

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Eucharist celebration

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Torah reading

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Tefillin wearing

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Shabbat observance

Question 39

According to Jewish tradition, how many commandments are believed to be contained within the Torah?

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613

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10

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1000

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2000

Question 40

Which of the following is a type of Jewish commentary on the Torah?

Accepted Answer

Midrash

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Talmud

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Mishnah

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Apocrypha

Question 41

Which of the following events is NOT described in the book of Exodus?

Accepted Answer

The construction of the Second Temple

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The birth of Moses

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The Israelites' enslavement in Egypt

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The Israelites' wandering in the desert

Question 42

Which part of the Torah contains the laws and rituals of Judaism?

Accepted Answer

Leviticus

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Genesis

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The Psalms

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Deuteronomy

Question 43

What is the primary focus of the Torah?

Accepted Answer

The covenant between God and the Israelites

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The history of ancient Israel

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The prophecies of future events

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The importance of ethical behavior

Question 44

How many books make up the Torah?

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5

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3

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7

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10

Question 45

How does the Torah help guide moral decision-making for Jews?

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It provides a framework of moral principles

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It offers specific rules for every situation

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It encourages individuals to rely on their conscience

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It emphasizes the importance of consulting with rabbis

Question 46

Which characteristic is typical of the Torah's narrative style?

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Non-linear and episodic

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Linear and chronological

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Highly metaphorical and symbolic

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Mainly composed of genealogies

Question 47

Which of the following is not included in the Torah?

Accepted Answer

The Oral Law

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The Five Books of Moses

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The Nevi'im

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The Ketuvim

Question 48

Which of the following is a midrash?

Accepted Answer

A traditional interpretation of the Torah

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A legal code

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A collection of prayers

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A book of history