Why do people stand when the Torah scroll is lifted up?

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People stand for the Torah(Hebrew) instruction, guidance; specifically, the five books of Moses: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. Often translated "law" or "Pentateuch" as another way of showing respect for God's Word.

Submitted by bethimmanuel on Sun, 07/20/2008 - 17:18