Written and Oral Law Flashcards
1
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What is the Tenakh?
Written Law
A
24 books of Jewish scripture divided into 3 main groups
2
Q
What is the Torah
A
5 books of moses forming the basis of Jewish law
3
Q
What is the Nevi’im (the Prophets)?
A
eights books that trace the history of Jews and expands on the laws in the Torah
4
Q
What is the Ketuvim
A
They are the Writings. Eleven books that contain poems, history,stories advice e.t.c
5
Q
What is the Mezuzah?
A
Small box containing handwritten scrolls of verses from the Torah and touching it is a sign of respect. and reminds them of God.
6
Q
What is the Talmud
A
Oral law
Mishnah and Gemara combined.
7
Q
What is the Mishnah
In the Talmud
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First written part of oral law. Formed of six seders (sections)
8
Q
Talmud
What is the Gemara
A
Written discussion of the Mishnah
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