In the Torah, one of the two commandments about affixing tzitzit strings appears right after the verse about not mixing linen and wool in the same garment (Deuteronomy 22:11,12), so under the strictest interpretations of Jewish law, the only garments that require tzitzit are those that are made from wool or linen.Sep 3, 2017
Is cotton tallit kosher?
Certified Kosher! Machine washable and able to be ironed!
What are the two types of tallit?
To be more accurate, there are two types of tallits. The smaller version, or tallit katan, is an item that Jews wear either above or under their clothing. A common name for this small tallit is the tzitzit. The larger type of tallit, and the main subject of this article, is known as the tallit gadol in full.
What does the prayer shawl represent?
Prayer shawls are pieces of cloth used by Christians to give comfort and spiritual strength to the sick, dying, poor or those suffering from bad fortune. They are blessed in honor of a saint, angel or a deceased person or can be blessed through prayer through the laity.
What do the fringes of the tallit represent?
Each tassel has eight threads (when doubled over) and five sets of knots, totaling 13. The sum of all numbers is 613, traditionally the number of commandments in the Torah. This reflects the concept that donning a garment with tzitzyot reminds its wearer of all Torah commandments, as specified in Numbers 15:39.
Why is the tallit blue and white?
The tallit, or Jewish prayer shawl, is customarily made in a white fabric with black stripes and one blue string, Wertheimer says. This blue fringe comes from the blue snail dye that is mentioned throughout the Torah. The color blue is also mentioned extensively throughout other religious texts, according to Chabad.
What material is a tallit made of?
Traditionally the tallit is made of wool or linen, based on an understanding that reference to a "garment" in the Bible in connection with a mitzvah refers specifically to wool and linen garments.
How do you make a tzitzit?
Separate 4 of the strings and tie a knot twice with the two groups of 4. As you tie each knot you should say "Leshem Mitzvas Tzitzis" - For the purpose of the commandment of making tzitzis. Take the "Shamash" string and wrap it around the remaining strings 7 times. Tie another double knot with 4 each.
Can a tallit be made of cotton?
The tallit has special twined and knotted fringes known as tzitzit attached to its four corners. The cloth part is known as the "beged" (lit. garment) and is usually made from wool or cotton, although silk is sometimes used for a tallit gadol.
Are polyester tzitzit kosher?
Machine washable, Comfy, Practical and Kosher too. Wide range of sizes for a perfect fit.