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What is the Torah?


		The Torah The Five Books of Moses, 613 Commandments, the Messorah, Prophets, and Holy Writings.



		The Oral Law The Oral Torah has come a long way since it was orally transmitted to Moses atop Mount Sinai. But despite the long way, it remains unchanged at its core.



		The Course of Tradition A timeline of the transmission of the Oral Law Moses received the Torah in the year 2448 after creation. Nearly 2000 years later, Rabbi Ashi and Ravina completed the Talmud. See the links in the transmission of the Oral Law from Moses until the completion of the Talmud. 2 Comments



		The Torah from Sinai - A Diagram A chart which visually depicts the transmission of the Oral Law, from Sinai to the Code of Jewish Law. 1 Comment

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