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What are Mezuzah’s all about?

No, it’s not a Jewish doorbell! It’s a home security device called a Mezuzah, and it’s wired to the Ultimate Protection Agency. The software inside this gadget is a scroll with the beginning with the words “Hear O Israel, the L rd is our G d; the L rd is one”. These powerful words sum up the mandate of a Jew: to infuse the world with G d’s oneness. Regarding these words, G d has commanded us, “And you shall inscribe them on the doorposts of your home, and on your gates”(ibid,verse 9). Hence the Mezuzah: a parchment scroll inscribed with the verses of the Shema prayer and affixed to the right hand side of the doorpost of every room.

Why a Mezuzah ?

In addition to its role as a declaration and reminder of our faith, the Mezuzah is also a symbol of G d’s watchful care. The name of G d, Sha-dai, which appears on the reverse side of the parchment, is an acronym for the Hebrew word which means “Guardian of the doorways of Israel”. Placing a Mezuzah on the doors of a home or office protects the inhabitants – whether they are inside or out.