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(Numbers, end of ch.15): They represent the commandments of the Torah. One of the Hebrew etymologies of the word tzitzit suggests "looking" (lehatzitz) since by seeing the tzitzit you're reminded of the commandments (Numbers, ibid).
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What do the beads represent on a Jewish prayer shawl?
There are no beads on a Tallit or Jewish prayer shawl. There are knots and strings called Tzitzit on each corner that represent the 613 commandments found in the Torah.
Where can you buy kosher tzitzit?
If you want to buy kosher tzitzit strings online, beware! Many of the top Google results are non-Jewish tzitzit dealers who sell inexpensive tzitzit, but they are not kosher by any stretch of the imagination.If you do not intend to tie the tzitzit yourself but to buy a tallit katan with tzitzit already tied, you will also want to be sure the tying was done by someone reliable.The garment must also fit certain halachic requirements.Answer:If you but tzitzit in a Hebrew gift-shop or Hebrew bookstore, you can check to see if it has a label of kosher supervision.
What is a zizith?
A zizith is another name for a tzitzit, the knotted fringes of the tallit - a traditional Jewish prayer shawl.
Do Karaite Jews wear Tzitzit?
Yes
Why do people wear tzitzit when they pray?
Tzitzit remind people that God is always watching them, and they are meant to think about their actions when they look down and see the strings
What are the fringes on the jewish prayer shawl called?
Tzitzit.
What is a 7 letter word ending in zit?
Tzitzit.
What word ends with the letters zit?
"TZITZIT" or "ZIZIT"
What religious clothing do Jews wear?
Kippot, tallit, tzitzit
Are the atarah and tzitzit removed when a Jewish man dies?
Yes.
What are the Jewish undergarments with tassels?
Tzitzit. See Numbers, end of ch.15.
What are Jewish fringes?
Tzitzit (Numbers ch.15). If a Jewish male wears a 4 cornered garment, he is commanded to have tzitzit on each of the corners. Tzitzit are strings that are wrapped and tied in knots. They are worn as a reminder of the commandments (Numbers 15:37-41).
