This is a re-post of a discussion prior to the site redesign.
Wrapping tefillin
by Brady on Wed Sep 03, 2008 10:43 pm
Any thoughts on including the "beatitudes" when wrapping the arm tefillin on the forearm?
1st wrap- Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
2nd wrap- Blessed are they who mourn for they shall be comforted.
3rd wrap- Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth.
4th wrap- Blessed are they who hunger and thirst after righteousness for they shall be filled.
5th wrap- Blessed are merciful for they shall be shown mercy.
6th wrap- Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God.
7th wrap- Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called sons of God.
8th wrap (around the hand)- Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of the pursuit of righteousness for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
... Continue on with putting on the head tefillin.
