Tzitzit & Tefillin · Orach Chaim 24

Tallit Katan

9 questions · 28 opinions

Is wearing a tallit katan all day obligatory or merely recommended?

3 opinions across 2 eras

Daily Obligation

Should the tallit katan be worn over or under one's outer garments?

3 opinions across 2 eras

Wearing Position

How should one hold tzitzit during Kriat Shema?

4 opinions across 2 eras

Holding During Shema

Should one look at the tzitzit when reciting the blessing while donning them?

2 opinions across 2 eras

Looking at Tzitzit While Ble…

Is there a custom to look at and touch the tzitzit to one's eyes when reaching 'v'ra'item oto' during Kriat Shema?

4 opinions across 2 eras

Touching Tzitzit to Eyes Dur…

Which tzitzit strings and knots should one look at during Kriat Shema, and what do they symbolize?

4 opinions across 2 eras

Symbolism of Knots and Strings

What are the spiritual consequences of neglecting or fulfilling the mitzvah of tzitzit?

4 opinions across 2 eras

Reward and Punishment

Is it permitted or forbidden to embroider Torah verses onto a tallit?

2 opinions

Embroidering Torah Verses

Should one make a beautiful tallit as part of the mitzvah of hiddur mitzvah?

2 opinions across 2 eras