tallit
tallit
Definition
tal·lit (tä lēt′, täl′is)
noun
Judaism the prayer shawl with fringes (zizit) on each of its four corners, worn over the shoulders or head by men during morning prayer: cf. Deut. 22:12
Etymology: TalmudHeb talit, lit., cloak < ? root tll, to cover
tallit
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- wear: Adult men ( i.e. those over the age of 13 ) often wear a Tallit or prayer shawl for morning prayer.
