Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tallis
noun
ˈtɑː.lɪs
Definition
A traditional Jewish prayer shawl worn during morning prayer.
Examples
- During the morning service, he wrapped himself in a tallis.
- Families often pass down tallitot as heirlooms.
- The tallis can be woven from various materials, including wool and silk.
Meaning
The tallis is worn by Jewish men to fulfill the biblical commandment of wearing fringes (tzitzit) on the corners of their garments.
Synonyms
- prayer shawl
- tzitzit
