Definitions

1. noun

The first five books of the Hebrew Bible, also known as the Pentateuch, containing the core teachings of Judaism.

“The rabbi spent years studying the Torah and its interpretation in the Talmud.”

2. noun

The central text or core of a matter or a body of teachings.

“The CEO saw the company’s mission statement as the Torah of their business philosophy.”

3. verb

To teach or instruct in the ways of the Torah or to interpret and comment on it.

“The rabbi will be giving a Torah at the synagogue today.”