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Everything You Need to About Mezuzah Scrolls

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Everything You Need to About Mezuzah Scrolls

Mezuzah is one of the most imperative Jewish symbols, and hanging one on the doorposts is an excellent part of the Jewish culture. A mezuzah is made up of two parts: the mezuzah scroll and the mezuzah case. 

What is a Mezuzah Scroll?

Mezuzah scroll is a piece of parchment made from the skin of a ritually clean animal on which verses or words from Deuteronomy are handwritten, traditionally in twenty-two lines. On the back of the parchment is the Hebrew word Shaddai, one of the mystical names for the Almighty.

What is written inside a mezuzah scroll?

The mezuzah scroll contains two paragraphs from Torah. The summary of the two paragraphs in the mezuzah explains that blessed are you, Lord our God, who has sanctified us with holy commandments and commanded us to affix a mezuzah.

What does a mezuzah symbolize?

The mezuzah on the doorpost symbolizes that every person residing in the household is Jewish and follows God's commandments. The people who live inside follow a Jewish culture.

What to Check before you buy a Mezuzah?

A mezuzah must be made by following all laws, traditions ad customs of the Jewish law. Check for the following things before you buy one:

  • Mezuzah must be handwritten.
  • It should be written and checked by a competent scribe.
  • It should be written on a specially prepared parchment.
  • It should not be distorted, torn-out, or have any verses missing.

Look out for kosher mezuzah scrolls written by a competent scribe to protect your home and people and follow the commandments from God.

 

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