Tenakh is a Hebrew term that refers to the Jewish Bible. Also known as the Tanakh, it is made up of three parts: the Torah, the Nevi'im, and the Ketuvim. There are a number of synonyms for Tenakh, including the term Hebrew Bible, which is often used in the context of academic discussions. Another synonym is the Old Testament, which refers to the Tenakh's status as the precursor to the Christian Bible. The term Talmud Torah, which means the study of Torah, is also sometimes used to refer to the Tenakh in the broader Jewish community. Regardless of the term used, the Tenakh remains a central text in Jewish culture and religious life.