Judaica Knowledge Base

A mezuzah is traditionally placed on the doorposts of Jewish homes as a reminder of Jewish faith and teachings. While many people associate mezuzahs with houses, apartments and condominiums are also … read more

A mezuzah scroll is an important part of Jewish home life. Inside the mezuzah case is a handwritten parchment containing passages from the Torah. Because the scroll is made from natural materials and … read more

The mezuzah scroll is the sacred component of the mezuzah placed on the doorposts of Jewish homes. While mezuzah cases come in many materials and designs, the scroll inside must follow precise requir … read more

A mezuzah is traditionally placed on the doorposts of Jewish homes and many workplaces as a reminder of Jewish faith and identity. While many people are familiar with placing a mezuzah on the front d … read more

When people talk about a mezuzah, they often picture the decorative case mounted on a doorpost. But the most important part of a mezuzah is not the case—it is the mezuzah scroll inside. The scr … read more