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Phylacteries and Mezuzah
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Phylacteries and Mezuzah
Phylacteries and mezuzoth (mezuzah). Phylactery, more commonly known as Tefillin is a small leather box containing scrolls of parchetment with Hebrew texts insribed on them, often worn by adult Jewish men at weekday morning prayer as a reminder to keep the law. Mezuzah (plural mezuzoth) is a parchment inscribed with religious texts that is attached in a case to the doorpost of a Jewish house as a sign of faith. Date: 1797
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1797 Faith Hebrew Inscription Jewish Judaism Leather Parchment Prayer Scrolls Phylacteries Tefillin
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This 18th century print showcases two essential Jewish artifacts: Phylacteries and Mezuzah. The Phylacteries, also known as Tefillin, are depicted as small, intricately designed leather boxes, each containing scrolls inscribed with Hebrew texts. These scrolls are worn by adult Jewish men during weekday morning prayers as a tangible reminder to keep the commandments and observe the divine will. The Mezuzah, represented by the ornate case attached to the doorpost, is a parchment inscribed with religious texts. This sacred object serves as a visible sign of faith, reinforcing the Jewish belief in the presence of God in the home. Dated back to 1797, this evocative image offers a glimpse into the rich history and traditions of Judaism, highlighting the importance of these objects in the daily lives of Jewish communities.
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