Torah

Creation, the beginning of mankind, and stories of the patriarchs and matriarchs.

The Israelites’ enslavement in Egypt, miraculous redemption, the giving of the Torah, and building of the Mishkan (Tabernacle).

Laws of sacrificial worship in the Mishkan (Tabernacle), ritual purity, and other topics like agriculture, ethics, and holidays.

Wanderings of the Israelites in the desert, census, rebellion, spies and war, interspersed with laws.

Moses’ final speeches, recalling events of the desert, reviewing old laws, introducing new ones, and calling for faithfulness to God.

Five Books of Moses

Explore interconnections among texts with our interactive visualizations.

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