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Part 2: Disposing, Honoring, and Choosing the Right Case In part one, we explored the basic question of which types of mezuzah cases should be used. When people think about

When people think about Hilchos Mezuzah, they usually focus on the scroll itself. The ksav, the klaf, the tagin, and ink. Yet one of the least discussed areas is the

When you need a mezuzah for a new home, want existing mezuzot checked, or are preparing for a bar mitzvah, it helps to have one reliable address for the entire

Part 3: Must the Back of the Mezuzah Touch the Doorpost? This article has been adapted for the web. It was originally published in The Jewish Press. When people think

This article originally appeared in the Jewish press and has been adapted for web A fascinating question arose in a local minyan on Purim that touches on two important areas

Displaying Hashem’s Name on a Computer Screen

Why We’re Addressing This Recently, someone asked us: Is it permitted to post pictures of mezuzot or tefillin online if Hashem’s name appears in the image? We appreciate the question

🖨️ Click to View & Print Opens full-size in a new tab — use your browser’s print function (Ctrl+P / Cmd+P) This image is a guide detailing the laws and

What’s included with every Tefillin purchase from KosherKlaf.com

A pair of Tefillin Carefully made and matched to your minhag and quality preference. 2️⃣ Scans of the parshiyot Provided for reference and future verification when your tefillin are checked.

Badatz Edah HaChareidis of Jerusalem - Zonnenfeld Straps (Retzuot)

Updated: Sep 11, 2025 Zonnenfeld Straps (Retzuot) are certified by the Badatz Edah HaChareidis of Jerusalem. Each Roll of straps comes with a number which can be crossed reference with their

Badatz Edah HaChareidis of Jerusalem - Ateret Tefillin Batim

Updated: Sep 11, 2025 Ateret Tefillin Batim are certified by the Badatz Edah HaChareidis of Jerusalem. Each pair comes with a safety code and an anti-fraud holographic sticker which can

How to Write the Letter Alef

In order for the letter Aleph to be kosher, it must consist of five components: the main body, an upper yud with its leg, and a lower yud with a tag (stroke) connecting