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Torah

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Cultural ReverencePlay
The Torah is deeply respected, often touched and kissed when read in a synagogue. SlideAs the Rabbi approached, he kissed the Torah out of respect.
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Not Just JewishPlay
Though primarily associated with Judaism, the Torah is also respected in Christianity and Islam. SlideThe stories of the Torah are recognized in my Christian Bible study too.
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Formality and RitualPlay
The Torah is central to many formal ceremonies and rituals in Judaism. SlideDuring his Bar Mitzvah, he read from the Torah before the congregation.