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The seventh month of the Jewish year, during which many important holidays occur. See also Months of the Jewish Year.
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In its narrowest sense, Torah the first five books of the Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy, sometimes called the Pentateuch. In its broadest sense, Torah is the entire body of Jewish teachings.
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Jewish law requires that a tombstone be prepared, so that the deceased will not be forgotten and the grave will not be desecrated.
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Each week, a different portion of the Torah and the Prophets are read in synagogue.
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The Torah (Bible) that is read in synagogue is written on parchment on scrolls.
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The process of writing Hebrew using the Roman (English) alphabet. More an art than a science. See also Yiddish Transliteration, which is somewhat more standardized.
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Cantillation. The distinctive melodies used for chanting readings from the Torah and Haftarah. See Torah Readings.
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Lit. 15th of Shevat. The new year for the purpose of counting the age of trees for purposes of tithing.
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