Description
The study of the teachings and interpretations of the foundational narrative of the Jewish people, as well as the encompassing Jewish traditions and culture.
Alternative labels
jewish beliefs
torah teaching and interpretation
jewish faith
jewish religion
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Torah is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Kosher slaughterer: Kosher slaughterers slaughter animals and process carcasses of kosher meat for further processing and distribution. They slaughter animals as stated in Jewish law and according to rituals.
Optional knowledge
Torah is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Minister of religion: Ministers of religion lead religious organisations or communities, perform spiritual and religious ceremonies and provide spiritual guidance to members of a particular religious group. They may undertake missionary work, pastoral or preaching work, or work within a religious order or community, such as a monastery or convent. Ministers of religion perform duties such as leading worship services, giving religious education, officiating at funerals and marriages, counselling congregation members and offer a range of other community services, both in conjunction with the organisation they work for, and through their own personal day to day activities.
References
- Torah – ESCO