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What is a Mezuzah?

On the doorposts of houses and rooms.

Why Jews Hang a Mezuzah on the Doorpost

A mezuzah declares: The people who dwell here live Jewish lives.

Jewish Ritual Objects: A Guide

From challah covers to yahrzeit candles, what they are used for, how they look and where you can find them.

Ask the Expert: Slanted Mezuzah

Why does the mezuzah go on a diagonal?

The Shema

An affirmation of God’s singularity, its daily recitation is regarded by traditionally observant Jews as a biblical commandment.

What Makes a Jewish Home Jewish?

They are filled with ethnic and religious objects--and everyday objects imbued with special meaning.

The Meaning Behind Different Jewish Hats

Kippah, Streimel, Fez and more — a guide to Jewish headgear.

Ask the Expert: Kissing the Mezuzah

Why do we tap the mezuzah first and then kiss our hands?

Avodah Zarah 11

The Lord shall guard your going and coming.

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