Torah, Writing of

How is a Torah made? Learn about the special parchment, quill and ink that are used -- and about the scribe who puts it all together...

The last commandment of the Torah is to write one’s own Sefer Torah. Today this is commonly done through buying a letter, chapter or portion in a joint Sefer Torah. It is written by a scribe who is specially ordained to write, and its laws are meticulous.

How is a genuine Torah scroll produced? Learn about the special parchment, ink, quill, the calligraphy used, ad assorted other fascinating Torah scroll facts.

This class presents a comprehensive analysis of the last mitzvah of the Torah which is for each individual to write a Sefer Torah.

Those who lack scribal experience can commission the writing of a Torah. But most cannot afford this considerable expense. As such, we can fulfill the mitzvah by “purchasing a letter” in a Torah.

The 613th mitzvah of the Torah is the obligation for every Jew to write a Torah scroll. In the words of the verse: ""And now, write for yourselves this song, and teach it to the Children of Israel..."

There’s no such thing as history in Judaism. The last message that Moses imparted to his people demonstrates this point.

Things that were not revealed to Moses were revealed to Rabbi Akiva.

The dedication of a new Torah scroll is traditionally celebrated with great festivity. This article is a basic guide to the traditional induction ceremony.