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How Tefillin Are Constructed


By Yerachmiel Askotzky

Quill and Ink
The sofer, or scribe who does the writing, the writing implements he uses and the properties of the special ink
The Parchment
The portion of the hide used and how the parchment is prepared for use
Halachic Codes
A brief overview of the various halachic matters which pertain to the scrolls and letters
Strings and Threads
The binding and tying of the scrolls
The Straps
The construction of the straps used to bind the tefillin to the arm and head

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