Basic Berachot (Blessings)
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Blessing for Putting up a Mezuzah
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Baruch ata Adonai elohaynu melech ha'olam asher kidshanu bemitzvotav vetzivanu likboah mezuzah.
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Praised are you, Adonai our G-d, Sovereign of the Universe, who has made us holy with Mitzvot and instructed us to affix the Mezuzah.
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How to Put Up A Mezuzah
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- Roll up the parchment from end to beginning so that the word "Shema" is on top.
- Place it in the mezuzah case.
- Say the blessing.
- Place the mezuzah on the doorpost and secure it in place. Ashkenazic custom is to place the Mezuzah at a slight angle (about 45
degrees or less) to the left, with the top facing in to the room. The Sefardic custom is to place the Mezuzah vertically.
Note: Mezuzah scrolls should be checked about every three or so by a qualified Sofer.
Check with your local Rabbi as to the customs in your community.
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Note: This prayer contains the name of G-d. If you print it out please treat it with respect.
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