A Tallit: the perfect Judaica gift
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But if you’re looking
for a gift with Jewish significance, neither a fountain pen nor a gift card is
exactly the right present. For close
relatives looking to buy something ahead of time that will be a crucial part of
the big day, a Tallit can make a perfect
gift.
A Tallit: the perfect
Judaica gift
In the classic joke
about bar mitzvahs, the boy begins his speech with the words, “Today, I am a
fountain pen.” It’s a joke that doesn’t
resonate as much anymore today because the fountain pen has ceased to be the fallback
gift for this occasion – today’s bar mitzvah boys are far more likely to
receive gift cards for the iTunes store or a new gadget, phone, or device than
any kind of writing instrument.
But if you’re looking
for a gift with Jewish significance, neither a fountain pen nor a gift card is
exactly the right present. For close
relatives looking to buy something ahead of time that will be a crucial part of
the big day, a Tallit can make a perfect
gift.
Beyond bar mitzvah, a
new Tallit is also a great gift for a Jewish groom – plan to give it to him
well ahead of time so he can wear it to his Aufruf, when he is called to the
Torah the Shabbat before the wedding.
It’s even possible to order an extra-large Tallit that can serve as a
chuppah (canopy) during the wedding itself and become a priceless family
heirloom.
When giving a Tallit
as a gift, it’s always best to consult the recipient to make sure it’s going to
be one he absolutely loves. With many
options to customize a handwoven Tallit, it can be created specifically to his
size and color preferences – perhaps even adding a verse to commemorate the
occasion, or his own name. Whichever
Tallit he chooses, it’s a far more personal and meaningful touch than a
fountain pen – or gift card – ever could be.
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