The Torah is the central text in Judaism, consisting of the first five books of the Hebrew Bible. It is considered the holiest scripture and contains the laws, teachings, and history of the Jewish people. The Torah is divided into multiple sections, including Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. Jewish tradition holds that the Torah was given to Moses by God on Mount Sinai, and it serves as a guide for ethical and moral living. Observant Jews study and recite passages from the Torah regularly as a way to connect with their faith and heritage.