The Mezazoth
The Mezazoth
A traditional Jewish schedule that, when fastened on the doorpost, possessed talismanic qualities. It is said in the Talmud that whoever has the mezazoth fixed on his door, and is provided with certain personal charms, is protected from sin.
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