Galilee Silks tallit is an excellent way to mark any special event like a wedding, constructed from off white lightweight wool and decorated with beautiful silk panels.
Galilee Silks was established over 25 years ago. Renowned worldwide for their hand-painted luxury tallitot, their hand-painted designs combine dynamic patterns with flowing hues for stunning effect, providing customers with quality fabrics for years to come.
Why wear a tallit?
Tallit prayer shawls are stunning Jewish accessories worn during synagogues services, the High Holidays, and other traditional and religious occasions. Used to remind of our obligations under Halachah (Jewish religious law) and make prayer more meaningful, tallits offer us the chance to express ourselves freely through prayer and add special significance to prayer services. Finding one to reflect your own style can make all the difference!
Many people prefer wearing silk prayer shawls due to its luxurious fabric, lightweight construction and soft feel – features which make it extremely easy and comfortable to wear. Furthermore, its easy care maintenance has led to its surge in popularity over recent years.
Galilee Silks of Israel offers handmade tallitot that are known for their quality and unique designs – you'll find a large selection here at AJudaica!
Hand-painted silk tallit is an exquisite yet meaningful option that supports Israel's economy and hardworking artisans.
Handmade tallits offer unique craftsmanship. No two tallits will ever look the same, creating an exclusive item just for you. At AJudaica, you are sure to find something perfect – whether that means for yourself or as a gift!
Galilee Silks, an Israeli studio that specializes in hand dyeing raw white silk to craft stunning Judaica textile products and accessories, is world renowned for their flowing colors and dynamic patterns.
Handcrafted silk tallit prayer shawls from this store come in both modern and traditional designs for all your occasions, and can even be tailored specifically to meet the size requirements.
Add your name to the atara (collar) on your tallit for just $20 more and create an heirloom piece! Your religious articles will remain with you as keepsakes forever.
Galilee silks has created an exquisite women's tallit, embellished with an attractive black rose design in the center and four corners, and featuring the Hebrew blessing for tallits embroidered across its top edge.
How do you wear a tallit prayer shawl?
Tallit prayer shawls are special garments worn during morning prayers as part of Jewish tradition and can help focus our thoughts and focus on our spiritual and physical needs while praying.
Tallit shawls are typically constructed out of either cotton or wool fabric and feature four fringes (tzitzit) attached at each corner. These tzitzit represent God's commandments and play an integral part of this garment.
As is customary when donning a tallit, it is important to follow Jewish custom and honor its symbolism when donning one. One way is reciting a blessing before praying; or repeat it when inspecting or inspecting a tzitzit.
Many people find their prayers are more focused and powerful when wearing a tallit, especially during morning services. A tallit shawl allows you to create an environment conducive to reflection and prayerful thinking, providing you with personal space where thoughts can flow more freely and prayer becomes more directed.
There are two types of tallit shawls; the smaller and more comfortable "tallit katan" can be worn daily as an everyday piece, while a full-sized version called a "tallit gadol" should only be used for prayer services and special events.
Tzitzit on the corners of a tallit symbolize the 613 commandments God placed within the Torah that are known as "tikkun olam." They serve as a reminder that we should follow them and dedicate ourselves to God.
Judaism considers the tallit a sacred garment with special religious duties attached. Wearing one during prayer services – particularly morning ones – represents our connection to God and his will for our lives.
Tallits may be constructed of wool, linen, or silk as long as it has been approved by a rabbi to have been specifically handwoven for this purpose. Additionally, its tzitzit should have been hand tied and should contain no mixtures of wool and silk with other materials.
Traditionnally, men must wear a tallit during prayers; women can also use one during worship services if desired – however, the Torah does not command this practice for either gender.
Why is the tallit only worn in the morning?
Tallit (Yiddish/Ashkenazic Hebrew: arba kanfot, "four corners") is a traditional Jewish garment made of wool or cotton and worn as an outerwear layer over clothes and footwear. Men and women often tuck special twined and knotted fringes called tzitzit into each corner to remind themselves of God's commandments.
One of the most significant mitzvot that Jews must observe is Shabbat observance. It serves as a constant reminder that we should follow all 613 commandments set out in Scripture, while at the same time symbolizing unity within their people and providing a physical representation of Torah – reminding all that God's word penetrates both head and heart alike.
Tallits are an integral part of Jewish rituals and should always be worn to all major life events such as circumcision, bar/bat mitzvahs, weddings and deaths. Therefore, wearing an excellent tallit should always be prioritized when looking for one to buy.
Galilee Silks offers an elegant collection of stunning and distinctive Jewish prayer shawls hand crafted in Israel using materials such as silk, wool, viscose and polyester.
Tallit prayer shawls for women and girls can add an elegant and traditional touch to any Jewish celebration, from Bat Mitzvahs and weddings to everyday use. Our selection includes prayer shawls that add spirituality and tradition – be it Bat Mitzvahs, weddings or just everyday use! Our tallit prayer shawls bring spirituality and tradition.
Our collection of women's tallit shawls includes traditional white, blue and royal blue tallits with delicate white or cream decorations for a luxurious, feminine and sophisticated look. These colors create an exquisite feeling.
Apart from our tallit, we also provide other products like challah and matzah covers as well as afikomen bags to help you prepare for Shabbat or Holidays with style and luxury. Available in multiple colors, sizes and styles these covers add the final touches to your dining experience!
How do you pick a tallit?
Tallit is a piece of Judaica that symbolizes one's personal worship, spiritual development and connection to Jewish community. Although traditionally worn during daily morning prayers, tallit prayer shawls are also worn during special occasions like bar mitzvahs and weddings.
Many find selectinging a tallit an emotional experience, as it marks a new chapter in one's Jewish journey. The process can provide a chance to reflect upon its meaning while sharing this momentous occasion with family and friends.
Galilee Silks, an Israeli studio, creates breathtaking, one-of-a-kind Judaica textile products. Operating out of a Kibbutz, they specialize in hand-painted raw white silk featuring dynamic designs and vibrant hues for Judaica textiles.
Since 1989, they have been crafting handmade silk religious articles of exceptional quality. Blending tradition with contemporary fashion trends, they have become the global leader for handmade silk textiles.
Tallit is a large rectangular shawl used for personal worship. While traditionally constructed from wool, modern talliths can now be created from different fabrics; silk is particularly favored among contemporary Jews due to its smooth surface that makes for easier breathing and enhanced breathability.
Women can choose from an impressive online selection of tallit for women made of wool or silk, decorated with tzitzit (ritual threads tied around corners to remind us of our obligations as Jews).
An increasingly popular option is a tallit with printed designs such as Hebrew or English blessings. This style can often be more comfortable to wear and can even be worn to everyday gatherings without losing its style or purpose.
Galilee Silks Studio of Galilee Silks proudly presents an extensive collection of hand painted silk tallitot for both girls, women, and men, featuring eye-catching colors, intricate patterns, and eye-catching designs that showcase Judaica textile products like tallitot. Their products feature tallitot made with meticulous care by expert artists that offer exquisite eye-catching colors as well as impressive patterns that capture attention. AJudaica takes great pride in offering these premium Judaica textile products from Galilee Silks studio.
Women's tallitot are available with designs featuring meaningful symbols from Jerusalem and Israel such as Temples, Lion of Judahs, doves and Star of Davids – each hand-painted by artisans from Israel! Additionally, personalized name embroidery on tallit bags is also an option.
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