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What do some Jews wrap round their wrists seven times when going to the synagogue?
Tefillin or phylacteries
What the Bar Mitzvah had to do at the synagogue?
He usually reads a portion from the Torah and/or the Prophets (the Haftorah). If it is a weekday, he puts on Tefillin for the first time.
What happens to an Orthodox Jewish boy after his Bar Mitzvah?
He wears tefillin and prays at the synagogue. He joins his father, grandfather, and older brothers (if he has any) in ALL Jewish adult responsibilities.
What do Jewish men wear in a synagogue?
They usually wear a suit or other modest and tasteful clothing. Their heads are covered with a hat or skullcap. If it is morning services, they will have a tallit (prayer shawl) over the suit; and they will have tefillin (phylacteries).
Is it important to buy Tefillin from Israel?
Yes - the tefillin will have a certificate of authenticity.
Why is Tefillin not found on the Sabbath?
Tefillin is not worn on the Sabbath and Jewish holidays.
What three things may a Jew go to the synagogue to do?
Pray, Study, and/or assemble (socialize, share culture, etc.)
Does the tefillin contain anything?
Tefillin contain scrolls that have sections of Torah written on them.
Can you wear tefillin on Shavuot?
No. Tefillin are not worn on holidays, including Shavuot, or on the Sabbath.
Where online can one find images of the Tefillin?
Images of the Tefillin can be found on the Chabad website. There one can see a history of the Tefillin, video clips, and a picture tutorial on the proper way to wear it.
What has the author Robert Alan Hammer written?
Robert Alan Hammer has written: 'Tefillin' -- subject(s): Tefillin
What is the name of the box that Jews place on their foreheads and arms in accordance with Deuteronomy 6 verse 8?
They are called Tefillin (phylacteries). The one on the head is Tefillin Shel Rosh, and the one on the arm is Tefillin Shel Yad.
