Tefillin

Over 1050 instances of putting on tefillin, communal challah separations, and open Jewish channels in inmate rooms are just some of the heartwarming phenomena currently seen in Northern District prisons. Northern District Chaplain shares more.

After locating 1003 lost pairs of tefillin, Shashi Karko reveals his unique method that aids him in finding lost items with nearly 99% success: "I don't need any reward, the blessings I receive are worth everything"

How complaints from non-Jewish passengers about a Jew's prayers ended up with another Jew adorned with tefillin

Exploring the hidden spiritual power in this daily mitzvah

A bar mitzvah gift carried through war and loss continues to connect children, grandchildren, and students to Jewish tradition

When Rabbi Moshe Chalioua attempted to board a flight to Dubai with tefillin, airport staff demanded he remove them from his bag and cut them in front of him. Now, he shares exactly what happened and talks about his special mission in Dubai.

Why are women exempt from time-bound positive mitzvot (commandments) like tefillin, tzitzit, and sukkah? Does this imply that women are not as important as men? 10 important points to consider

Two elderly men, a hospital room, and a moment that reawakened a Jewish soul just before Shavuot.

Discover the mental and emotional impact of tefillin and what a person gains from this mitzvah.

A set of miniature tefillin remain kosher despite their tiny dimensions

The tefillin boxes and straps press on energy points which promote calm, clarity, and spiritual elevation... not by chance

How a simple mitzvah, a pair of tefillin, and a willing heart brought unexpected opportunity—and a spiritual awakening.

From spiritual protection to eternal reward, discover the far-reaching impact of putting on tefillin each day

"Do something Jewish for me, put on tefillin in my honor," the deceased father told his son in a dream. The son replied, "But it's been so many years, I can't remember how." What happened next will move you.

Discover how layers of concealment reveal deep spiritual connection in this daily ritual practice