How to care for Tefillin

High temperatures damage the dye and quality of the tefillin. Thus, they should not be kept in hot places, as for example the glove compartment of a car, a windowsill exposed to sunlight, near radiators, etc.
The small covering on the tefillin Shel Yad should always be kept in place, even when worn.
Tefillin Shel Rosh should not be allowed to touch the wall during prayer. Neither should they be placed on a damp or sweaty head.

 

Tefillin of Rashi and Rabbeinu Tam

Contents Tefillin Parts Tefillin Wrap The Batim Cowhide (Gassot) Sheepskin (Dakkot) Tefillin Straps Torah Passages The Parchment Inserting Passages Form of Letters Rashi/Rabbeinu Tam Tefillin Care

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