The Torah

The Torah is the most important sacred text in Judaism and includes stories, laws, and teachings.

What It Means

The Torah is written in Hebrew. In synagogues, the Torah is often written by hand on a scroll.

How People Practice or Remember It

It includes stories about creation, Abraham, Moses, and the Exodus. Reading and studying Torah are important parts of Jewish life.

Things to Remember

• The Torah is written in Hebrew.
• In synagogues, the Torah is often written by hand on a scroll.
• It includes stories about creation, Abraham, Moses, and the Exodus.
• Reading and studying Torah are important parts of Jewish life.

Did You Know?

People learn about Torah in different ways, including family traditions, teachers, books, art, music, and visits to important places.