As a very general rule, each of the doorways of a Jew’s residence require mezuzahs. However, there are various exceptions discussed in the General Principles section, and in greater detail throughout the site. Some doorways are exempt; others do not require a...

CONTENTS: Parchment // Scribal Ink //  Kulmus: The Sofer’s Pen // Ashkenazic, Sephardic, and Chassidic Script // The Divine Name Sha-dai // Surrounding Angels // Cosmic Runes // Halachic Measurement Units // Rambam’s Ten Principles // Reason for Top Third Placement...

The mezuzah is a fundamental mitzvah. It is a symbol of our loving relationship with Hashem, a reminder not to stray from Him, a protection for the home, and a merit for long life. Symbol and Reminder The Mezuzah is one of the primary physical symbols of Judaism. It...

(To view the introduction and approbations to R' Ze'ev Kraines' sefer, Mezuzah Maven, upon which this website is based, click here.) "Mezuzah” literally means a doorpost. We are directed by the Torah to affix a sacred parchment on our doorposts, upon which are written...