What is the difference between Tallis and tallit?
While the modern Hebrew word is Tallit, many Ashkenazi Jews will still refer to the shawl as a Tallis.  In both Hebrew the plural version of the word is Tallitot while the Yiddish plural is Taleisim. While the Tzitzit of the Tallit are unique to Judaism, the basic shawl of the Tallit has routes in other cultures.
What is a tallit bat mitzvah?
At bar mitzvahs and bat mitzvahs, many families choose to give their child a tallit, which they will wear for the first time as they lead a congregation in prayer and learning. Tallits (Jewish prayer shawls) are often received at a milestone moment in one’s adult Jewish life.
What is the meaning of tallit?
Definition of tallit : a shawl with fringed corners worn over the head or shoulders by Jewish men especially during morning prayers.
How do you spell Tallis?
The Tallit or Tallis, depending on how you want to spell it (Hebrew/Yiddish), is a Jewish prayer shawl. Typically these shawls are tied with knots or fringes along the edges.
What is the plural of Tallis?
tallis (plural tallises or talleitim or tallisim or tallism)
How do you take care of a tallit?
Tallit and Tallit Katan Washing and Care Guide
- Fill the sink up with warm water and a gentle detergent.
- Let the Tallit soak in soapy water for a few hours.
- Wash the Tallit under running water and then rinse well.
- Dry the Tallit on a flat surface so that it will not shrink or suffer damage.
What does the name tallit mean?
Etymology and origin. Tallit is an Aramaic word from the root tll טלל meaning cover. Tallit literally means cloak or sheet but in Talmudic times already referred to the Jewish prayer shawl. The tallit is similar to the Roman pallium worn today by senior Roman Catholic priests, the Roman toga and the Arab keffiyeh.
Where to purchase a tallit?
Across the street from the main Geula branch is another decent tallit shop called Talit Center. Where to buy a tallit in Tel Aviv. Just outside of Tel Aviv in Bnei Brak is a Judaica store called Makor HaStam, that sells traditional wool tallits and Gabrieli handwoven tallit sets.
How big should a tallit be?
According to Jewish law, a tallit must be at least one cubit in length on each side. The exact length of a cubit isn’t known, but the early rabbis’ opinions ranged from 18″ to 24″ (46cm to 61cm). Communities in which the larger tallit is the norm would tend to observe the stricter interpretation of 24″.
Does tallit prayer shawl have to have stripes?
A tallit, Jewish prayer shawl, does not have to have stripes. You’ll often see tallits with stripes in Ashkenazi communities. In Sephardic Jewish communities, however, the tradition is for the tallit to be plain white.