Religious Studies GCSE
Interpretation of the Torah
What Interpretation of the Torah means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Interpretation of the Torah
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Orthodox Jews strictly observe the dietary laws as binding, while Reform and Liberal Jews often view them as a matter of personal choice.
Topics that use Interpretation of the Torah
- Practices (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Amidah
- Bimah
- Communication with God
- Community
- Community (Sangat)
- Community and identity
- Community and unity
- Community cohesion
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