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Why does a Jewish man wear a kippah?

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14y ago
Updated: 8/18/2019

The kippah is a very strong custom. It is called a custom with the force of a law. Its true origins are lost, but it has come to be worn as a reminder of G-d.

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A great article outlining the history of kippot can be found at the attached link.

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