Tefillin

The Creator exists beyond material and time—how do we demonstrate His will through our actions, and why do our deeds matter to Him?

A grandfather’s message from the afterlife teaches the timeless value of the mitzvah of tefillin.

"The Beginner's Guide" - A new section on the Hidabroot website, presenting the fulfillment of mitzvot in the clearest and most comprehensive way. This time: Putting on Tefillin.

One must be constantly aware of the presence of the tefillin while wearing them

Never Too Late: The heartfelt request from an excited son about purchasing tefillin for his 70-year-old father who had never worn them ended in a way that astonished everyone involved. Listen in

Discover the deeper meaning behind one of Judaism's most cherished traditions

When doctors had no hope, one mitzvah brought strength and a miracle into a husband’s darkest moment.

Rabbi Zilberstein shares a touching story of how the tefillin of Maran the Steipler were given as a gift in an unexpected moment.

Discover How Kabbalah Reveals the Spiritual Meaning of Colors, and the Deeper Message Behind Black, the Evil Inclination, and the Rainbow's Promise

Yitzchak Gabay, an activist dedicated to encouraging others to perform mitzvot by offering tefillin to passersby, didn't hesitate when an elderly Holocaust survivor told him, 'I’m not into that at all.' A remarkable story of dedication and a Jewish man who reconnected with Hashem right before his passing.

In the freezing cold, an unexpected meeting uncovers the hidden spark of a Jewish soul and where it can take him

Discover the stories behind Rabbi Eliyahu's profound impact, including the mystery of the green tefillin and his favorite song.

A photographer’s moving story of heartfelt prayer, timing and the miracles all around us

The phenomenon of fake tefillin straps is on the rise. Using a logo reminiscent of a kosher manufacturer, counterfeit producers are mixing plastic with leather and selling invalid tefillin at full price. What can be done? "If we manage to prompt even one Jew to ask the right questions before buying tefillin, this will be our reward," says an expert.

Examine how to identify counterfeit tefillin straps that have been sold widely in recent years

Understanding the laws for children not yet Bar Mitzvah: Can they put on tefillin? Can they complete a minyan or join in Kaddish and Kedusha?

When money was tight, an Arab resident of Al-Eizariya paid his mechanic with a pair of tefillin. Only later did the Chabad House discover they were stolen.

A heartfelt story of faith, divine timing, and a prayer answered through the merit of Rabbi Meir Baal HaNes

An emotional story about a pair of tefillin that waited 12 years to fulfill their purpose. This week, they will reach two young men from the Soviet Union, who have never had the opportunity to don them before. A story spanning America, France, and Israel.

A reserve soldier shares how putting on tefillin saved his life during the Lebanon War