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ONLINE STORE - THINGS TZITZIT
Your "one stop shop" for things TZITZIT
If you don't see it listed, contact me, I can probably make it ;-D
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ONLINE STORE - THINGS TZITZIT
Please allow extra time for larger quantity orders as these are hand-tied
PLEASE NOTE: I have sold thousands of Kosher 100% cotton and wool TZITZIT products to Jews, Christians, and Messianics
over the years. I have some original ideas that other people have "ripped off" from this page. I also get several
counter hits and please understand that your complete satisfaction is very important to me, so please look this page over
carefully. HOWEVER, If this practice of selling to anyone in the world (all 50 states and over 50 countries now)
is against your Minhag or Rabbinical instructions, (or maybe you just don't want to do business with a sincere guy)
please do not buy these items from me. I will still wish you the greatest success in your future.
SHALOM, my friend!
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THIS IS GOOD STUFF, ALSO MAKES A GREAT TEACHING TOOL!
- Each set that I make consists of 4 individual tassels (1 set of 4 TZITZIT)
- The initial loop (for attaching the TZITZIT to a TALLIT, belt loop, or garment) is about 3" long. This
will accomodate a Tallit hole that is up to 1.5" from the edge. (see the picture below for
installation instructions
- Requests for custom styles and colors can also be done (I have several variations listed, but if you have a special request,
please contact me)
- Please contact me in advance if you have any questions about a customized
COLO
RS request
(see available custom colors)
- FREE teaching LESSON on "The TALLIT and TZITZIT":
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The TALLIT and TZITZIT - Lesson (1-Page Version)
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The TALLIT and TZITZIT - Lesson (4-Page Version)
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The TALLIT and TZITZIT - Bible (Verses with pics for reference)
- IDEAS: Not only are TZITZIT worn on the four corners of a garment, but some people give these as gifts,
hang them on the wall, attach them to their car miror, place one on a key ring, attach one to a
ring with business card-sized Bible memory verses, use as a Bible bookmark, hang them in the office, on the
desk, worn on a belt loop, on and on the examples go.
- The TZITZIT is desinged to be seen, and when seen, it reminds us to do the commandments of G-d.
- Your set will be hand made only from 100% mercerized cotton
- Thanks for looking & Shalom!
Check out this new color of blue:
INTRODUCTION:
In Numbers 15:37-41, Deuteronomy 22:12, G-d (YHVH) commanded Moses for the Children of Israel to put "fringes" on the
four corners of their garments. The Hebrew words are TZITZIT in Numbers 15:37-41 (which has a numerical
value of 600); and GEDILIM in Deuteronomy 22:12. Ashkenazi, Sephardic and Chassidic tassels
have 5 knots and 8 cords which equals 13 (600+13=613). 613 is the number of MITZVOT (commandments) found in the
TORAH (the first 5 books of the TANAK - Hebrew Bible). Karaite and Two-House tassels have 12 strings and are made
into "chains" or "braids."
In the Ashkenazi, Sephardic, and Chassidic styles, the long cord is called the shamash (servant) which wraps
around all of the other strings. The number of shamash spirals between the knots is also interesting. Various
Traditions signify one of the Names of G-d (YHVH) differently.
STYLES
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Tie Your Own (string only)
If you already know how to tie TZITZIT and just need the string, you can tie your own! (instructions are NOT included)
The "String Only" kit (as pictured here) includes:
(12) 40" white strings and (4) 59-60" shamash strings (Default Navy Blue).
PLEASE NOTE: These string lengths are enough to tie basic sets (Ashkenazi, Sephardic, Chassidic,
Rav Amran Gaon, etc.). You can also cut the strings to shorter lengths if needed. This is NOT enough string
to tie Karaite or Two-House styles. Please contact me for custom color requests or lengths.
There have been many requests for bulk sets so 10 and 20 packages have been added without retail packaging to get a better price.
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This string is precut to:
Length of the 12 regular strings - 34.6" (88cm)
Length of the 4 shamash strings - 44.1 (112cm)
This special "WOOL - String Only" kit includes enough string to do 4 corners (These string lengths are enough to tie basic
sets (Ashkenazi, Sephardic, Chassidic).
You can also cut the strings (if your minhag allows it) to shorter lengths if needed.
NOTE: This is NOT enough string to tie Karaite or Two-House styles.
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Tie Your Own (string only) KOSHER ISRAELI WOOL
This is pretty awesome! I have had several requests for WOOL. So far, I have just done this
on an individual basis as this sheep (ewe) wool from the Holy Land is more expensive
than the much easier to find COTTON. But for those who want it, I've started keeping this machine-made,
durable, thick, tightly woven, Israeli, kosher, wool in stock (not like the fuzzy springy yarn stuff you have no doubt seen). This elite spun
WOOL is exclusively made for hand-tying tzitzit. I must say that in my experience I find that there are different levels of seriousness in
fringes, so for the folks who want to do the good deed of tying their own tzitziyot in fulfilling the commandment of tzitzit with higher quality
WOOL, here you go. It is the same string as what you find on a tallit made in Israel. TAKE NOTE: I order this special wool and have it
shipped from Israel. It comes exactly as pictured (left). Also, this is just
the string (instructions are NOT included). I can NOT do custom lengths on this string as I can not find someone in Israel to sell it to me by the spool.
Maybe one day (pray hard). I've added the basic sets for those of you who want to wear them on belt loops or attach them to tzitzit clips. Just realize they will be just a
little shorter than the ones I make out of cotton (2-2.5" loops and the shamash is not as long).
Ordering "Tie Your Own" Sets
and "basic" sets of ISRAELI WOOL
Yes, I've had enough requests to start tying them.
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DYED ISRAELI WOOL
I've been experimenting with the string that I import from Israel (above). My goal was to personally have a nice blue
shamash (no simple task as wool and cotton take dyes differently). Now I have: blue, scarlet, and black. This takes a
bit more time to make, but I've had many requests for it and sold several now for those of you who want the Israeli wool
AND a blue shamash string (or black or scarlet). Here are some examples (left) of what they look like
(the blue is darker than turquoise, not quite as dark as navy - NOTE: batches vary on color just a little as this is a
highly custom process using a mix of acid dyes designed for wool to lock the color in).
This is my personal choice for my own TALLIT. The already tied sets work great with a set of tzitzit clips (sold below) or attaching to belt loops.
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basic ISRAELI WOOL sets
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Ashkenazi
7-8-11-13
(L-RD is one, from the Shema) 7-8-11-13 loops with double knots:
7+8=15 (numerical value of YOD and HE)
11 (numerical value of VAV and HE), hence the first three series of loops represent
the personal name of G-d and in the last series of loops, 13 is the value for the
letters ALEPH CHET DALET. These numbers altogether represent the letters YHVH
ECHAD - or "G-d is One" from the Shema in Deuteronomy 6:4
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By default I use heavy white
and navy blue cords (size #3 string) in making
these. TZITZIYOT are about 14-15" long (about 22-24" for the shamash cord)
length may vary a little I can also make custom colors or any combination (see pics to the right).
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Sephardic
10-5-6-5 (L-RD) looped knots with double knots:
10 is the numerical value of YOD, 5
is the numerical value of HE, 6 is the numerical value of VAV, and
5 is the numerical value of HE, hence the series of loops (of individual knots)
represent the personal name of G-d. These numbers altogether (26
) represent the letters YHVH - or the Tetragrammaton,
the name of the G-d of Israel.
By default I use heavy white
and navy blue cords (size #3 string) in making
these. TZITZIYOT are about 14-15" long (about 22-24" for the shamash cord)
length may vary a little. I can also make custom colors or any combination (see pics to the right).
Tabernacle Colors (Blue/Purple/Scarlet/White):
Sephardic Blues (Warm, Royal, Delphinium, & Navy Shamash)
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Chassidic
7-8-11-13
(L-RD is one, from the Shema) 7-8-11-13 loops of knots with double
knots: 7+8=15
(numerical value of YOD and HE) 11 (numerical value of VAV and HE), hence the
first three series of loops represent the personal name of G-d and in the last series of loops,
13 is the value for the letters ALEPH CHET DALET
- The first group of 7 are tied in loops of
3-3-1
- The second group of 8 are tied in loops of
2-3-3
- The thrid group of 11 are tied in loops of
3-3-3-2
- The fouth group of 13 are tied in loops of
1-3-3-3-3
By default I use heavy white and blue cords
(size #3 string) in making these. TZITZIYOT are
about 14-15" long (about 22-24" for the shamash cord) length may vary a little
I can also make custom colors or any combination (see pics to the right).
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Rav Amram Gaon
13 loops or windings with
alternating colors (3 windings each)
- These are made with standard double knots before the windings and after the windings
- Starting with white and ending with white (alternating) there are 13 total windings (these can be made with 7, 9, 11, or 13)
- Each "Chulya" (band) is a solid color and contains 3 windings
By default I use heavy white and blue cords
(size #3 string) in making these. TZITZIYOT are
about 12" long (about 3" for the loop, 3" for the 13 windings, and 6" for the hanging threads).
Rav Amram Gaon Noachide Rainbow (Thick size#3) (The color scheme here works out to 15 windings instead of 13
alternating white with color and uses 8 strings instead of 4 strings (White, Crimson, White, Tangerine, White, Maize,
White, Sage, White, Warm Blue, White, Navy, White, Plum, White)
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Karaite
Various braids, twists, "chains": Interestingly, there are no exact
instructions in the Bible, on how to make these tassels and many have looked at the usage of the above Hebrew words
(TZITZIT and GEDILIM and concluded that "braids" or "chains" are
the proper way to make them. Please understand that these sets take over 2 hours to make (about 30 minutes
per tassel). There are 12 blue strings and 12 white strings (see pics right for the braid). I can also make
a set with tabernacle colors (see pics below). Please contact me if you have a custom request.
I only use size #10 string in making these. They are about 18" when complete.
Tabernacle ("mishkan") Colors for the Karaite style (Blue/Purple/Scarlet/White):
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Two-House
12 chains together, 12 chains scattered, 12 chains reunited (see pictures to the right for the braid): Following the
Karaite method in brading these and literally looking at what the Bible DOES say and DOES NOT say, here are some
deductions:
- TITZIT are for the "children of Israel" (this could be men, women, or children)
- The fringe goes on the border/corner (KANAPH) of a garment (white)
- The fringe is to include a cord of blue (in Hebrew TEKHELET)
- The specifics of what blue to be used are not mentioned in any Bible text
- The blue cord goes on the fringe itself (but not the garment)
- Multiple threads are to be used (cord)
- The number of threads to be used is not mentioned in any Bible text
- There are to be four tassels for the four corners of the garment
- This is an outer (not inner) garment (vesture) that is used to cover the wearer
- The length of tassel is not mentioned in any Bible text
- The fringe may be braided (as opposed to tied) like what might be done with hair
- The number of braids to be made is not mentioned in any Bible text
- It is to serve as a reminder of all of the commandments of G-d and to do them
- Garments should also not have mixed fibers (Deuteronomy 22:11)
- The material to be used for the TZITZIT is not mentioned in any Bible text
Beyond these Biblical guidelines is "tradition." This is where a certain blue, certain number of strings,
certain number of knots or braids, certain length, certain numeric sybmolism (gematria) etc.
come in. I have personally dicovered and made at least 15 (of many) different TZITZIT traditions along with learning
something of their various meanings. They are all very interesting and beautiful in their own appearance.
I use size #10 string in making these (I can also use size #3
string). They are about 20" when complete.
- The initial loop is made up of 40 chains (2.5-3"). This part that attaches is also only white. To that
white loop is attached the blue cord (see pics right).
- There are 12 chains of white and 12 chains of blue bradided together (again, representing all tribes of the "children of Israel")
- Then there are two strands of white and blue separately (representing the divided or scattered tribes of Israelites).
This "two-house" idea is found in Israel's history in the divided Northern tribes of Israel/Ephraim and Southern tribes of Judah.
- The last section shows again the joined strands of white and blue braided together based on the prophecy of Ezekiel 37:15-28.
- Total length of these fringes is about 18"
- Please understand the price, A set of 4 takes over 1 hour to make (some of the Karaite TZITZIT take over 2 hours to make)
but a set looks really nice (see pictures).
Tabernacle Colors (Blue/Purple/Scarlet/White): & Two-House size 3 "Diamond" request & Another special request of Tabernacle Diamond
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ATTACHING:
I have had some questions on attaching TZITZIT to a TALLIT or Belt Loop. Here is a graphic to illustrate (click to enlarge):
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Here is a rather non-traditional but interesting approach to wearing "the commandments." Is the earth round?
Does it have 4 corners? Yet, the Bible uses an interesting phrase "four corners of the earth"
(See Isaiah 11:12; Ezekiel 7:2 "land") and yet the Earth is a Sphere (Isaiah 40:22). Obviously, this "four corners (kanaph)"
phrase is a figurative reference to the directional points on the compass. Garments in ancient times had four corners
(kanaph) which is where the TZITZIT goes. Garments in modern times do not have four corners, which is where the
TALLIT comes in (a "little tent" with 4 corners for the tassels). Wearing TZITZIYOT is to be seen, a physical
reminder to do the commandments of G-d. Binding the commandments to the hand has traditionally been
interpreted in the TEFILLIN (Phylacteries), but why not in other ways too (like a wrist band, ring or necklace)?
A TZITZIT represent the laws (613) which are to be worn, seen, remembered, and obeyed. People today put TZITZIYOT on belt
loops, Bible markers, scarves, shawls, and other items of clothing.
"thou shalt bind them for a sign upon thine hand"
(See Deuteronomy 6:8; 11:18; Exodus 13:9; 13:16)
As with traditional TZITZIYOT, these individual TZITZIT wrist bands/bracelet can be made in the various traditions and
colors. If you are wanting something not listed, send me your custom requests.
Default Length: 8" (if you need 7" or 9" or another size, no problem, specify BELOW)
Default String: Size 3 for Ashkenazi, Sephardic, Chassidic, and Rav Amran Gaon Size 10 for Two-House (Karaite style Braids)
Default Colors: White/Blue (custom colors can also be done)
Default Clasp: Lobster Clasp (I can also use a magnetic clasp)
Here are some examples of some that I've made:
ASHKENAZI
SEPHARDIC
CHASSIDIC
RAV AMRAM GAON
TWO HOUSE
BETH MOORE SPECIAL REQUEST (33 Karaite-style Royal blue braids)
RED BRACELET REQUEST (33 Karaite-style Crimson braids)
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(6 inch minimum for Size 3 string)
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(6 inch minimum for Size 10 string)
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ISRAELI WOOL BRACELETS
This is pretty awesome! I have had several requests for ISRAELI WOOL. So far, I have just done this on an individual basis as this sheep (ewe)
wool from the Holy Land is more expensive than the much easier to find COTTON and takes awhile to have it shipped from Israel.
But for those who want it, I now keep this machine-made, durable, thick, tightly woven, Israeli, kosher, wool in stock in quantity. It's not
like the fuzzy springy yarn stuff you have no doubt seen elsewhere. This elite spun WOOL is exclusively made IN ISRAEL for hand-tying tzitzit.
I've now started making bracelets out of this really nice "fringe" material, so for you folks who want the "next level"
here you go. It is the same string as what you find on a tallit made in Israel so it is only available at this point in ALL WHITE.
I've done a few acid dyed wool projects but am not ready to list these yet. Default hardware is gold lobster clasp as pictured.
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Here is a rather non-traditional but interesting approach to wearing "the commandments." A
TZITZIT represent the laws (613) which are to be worn, seen, remembered, and obeyed. People today put TZITZIYOT
on belt loops, Bible markers, scarves, shawls, and other items of clothing.
"Keep my commandments, and live; and my law as the apple of thine eye.
Bind them upon thy fingers, write them upon the tables of thine heart"
(See Proverbs 7:2-3)
As with traditional TZITZIYOT, these individual TZITZIT rings can be made in the various traditions and
colors. If you are wanting something not listed, send me your custom requests.
Default Size: Ashkenazi 10" (if you need another size, no problem, please contact me, I can go larger but only just a little smaller)
Default String: Size 10
Default Colors: White/Royal Blue (custom colors can also be done)
Default Clasp: Crimp
Here are some examples of some that I've made:
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Here is a rather non-traditional but interesting approach to wearing "the commandments." A
TZITZIT represent the laws (613) which are to be worn, seen, remembered, and obeyed. People today put
TZITZIYOT on belt loops, Bible markers, scarves, shawls, and other items of clothing.
"...tie them about thy neck"
(See Proverbs 6:21; 3:3)
As with traditional TZITZIYOT, these individual TZITZIT necklaces can be made in the various traditions and
colors. If you are wanting something not listed, send me your custom requests.
Default Length: Karaite 18" (if you need another length, no problem, please contact me)
Default String: Size 10
Default Colors: White/Royal Blue (custom colors can also be done)
Default Clasp: Lobster Clasp (I can also use a magnetic clasp)
Here are some examples of some that I've made:
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Here's another non-traditional but cool approach to wearing "the commandments." A
TZITZIT represent the laws (613) which are to be worn, seen, remembered, and obeyed. People today put
TZITZIYOT on belt loops, Bible markers, scarves, shawls, and other items of clothing.
"...give ear to his commandments..."
(See Exodus 15:26)
As with traditional TZITZIYOT, these individual TZITZIT earrings can be made in many of the various traditions and
colors. If you are wanting something not listed, send me your custom requests. These are made out of size 10 string and measure
6 inches from the hook to the end of the mini tassel.
Default Length: 6" (if you need another length, no problem, please contact me)
Default String: Size 10
Default Colors: White/Royal Blue (custom colors can be done, specify in box below)
Default Hook: Gold color fishhook (Silver color is also available)
Here are some examples of some that I've made:
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Here's a neat idea if you want to be able to clip your tassels to a shirt or loop.
(I do my own gold-plating so I've had requests to do a 24k gold-plated set)
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These are awesome! Here's a unique great accessory for your prayer shawl. They are easy to attach and wear (see pics).
Size is about 4" to 4.5" from left to right (depends on coin size)
I've also had different requests for different coins.
Contact me in advance if you have something special in mind.
I can also do silver and gold plating by request (cost
according to coin size and the price of silver or gold at the time). For coin composition and reference here are some of the coins I have.
coins.html
(about 23mm is the smallest size I've done, looks better with the larger coins)
Here's the whole collection (prices vary)
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A: 1949-1960
Fellowship Tallit Clips (Amphora-Copper): 10 Pruta (27mm)
Devotion Tallit Clips (Pitcher) 10 Pruta Scalloped (24.5mm)
Vineyard Tallit Clips (Grape Leaves): 50 Pruta (23.5mm)
Hosanna Tallit Clips (Date Palm): 100 Pruta (28.5mm)
Harvest Tallit Clips (Oat Sprigs): 250 Pruta (32.2mm)
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B: 1960-1980
Worship Tallit Clips (3-Stringed Lyre): 25 Agorot (25.5mm)
Illumination Tallit Clips (Menorah): 1/2 Lira (24.5mm)
Fullness Tallit Clips (3 Pomegranates): 1 Lira (27.5mm)
Royalty/Judah Tallit Clips (Lion): 5 Lira (30mm)
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C: 1980-1985
Communion Tallit Clips (Chalice): 1 Sheqel (22.54mm)
Fruitfulness Tallit Clips (Double Cornucopia): 5 Sheqalim (24mm)
Maritime Tallit Clips (Galley Ship): 10 Sheqalim (26mm)
Praise Tallit Clips (Ancient Coin): 50 Sheqalim (28mm)
Enlightenment Tallit Clips (Ancient Menorah): 100 Sheqalim (29mm)
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D: 1985-Present
Wisdom/Poetry Tallit Clips (Lyre/Harp): 1/2 sheqel (25.95mm)
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Here are some CUSTOM REQUEST EXAMPLES:
24kGold-TallitClips-100Sheqel(Large).jpg
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Silver-Tallit-Clips-Half_Lira-Retail(Large).jpg
Tallit-Clips-Half-Sheqel(Large).jpg
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