Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Fw: [-aneinu] Reserve now for same-day Tefillin checking Sun 2/15 - Tues 2/17




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Subject: [chicago-aneinu] Reserve now for same-day Tefillin checking Sun 2/15 - Tues 2/17

TEFILLIN CHECKING -


CMC's expert Sofer will be checking tefillin from Sunday 2/15 - Tuesday 2/17.

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO HAVE ONE'S TEFILLIN CHECKED?

A. THE TEFILLIN SCROLL

 

  1. Catching errors: When writing a tefillin scroll, even the best sofrim can sometimes (but hopefully only very rarely!) make mistakes.
  2. Deterioration: Even the most perfectly-written tefillin scroll can become ruined and invalidated with the passage of time, especially if it is placed in an environment of extreme temperatures and/or excessive moisture (humidity).
  3. Maintenance and prevention: In addition to confirming that a tefillin scroll is (still) kosher or discovering that it has become ruined, a periodic check-up from CMC's expert sofer also includes critical maintenance, which can significantly extend the life of a kosher scroll. For example, by proactively touching up the ink of those letters or crowns that are just beginning to crack or fade, the sofer can prevent much worse (and potentially unfixable) problems from developing in the future. 


B. THE BATIM AND STRAPS

 

In addition to checking the Tefillin scrolls, CMC's expert sofer also checks the batim and straps for evidence of deterioration and issues that may require repair or replacement. Common examples of such issues include:

  • Warping
  • Separation of compartments
  • Corners that are rounded or chipped
  • Torn threads
  • Peeling or faded paint
  • Tearing/narrowing straps
  • Loose/misshapen knots

Chicago Mitzvah Campaign

2757 W Pratt Blvd

Chicago, IL 60645

1.866.MYRABBI (866-697-2224)

www.chicagomitzvahcampaign.org



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