Contemporary issues - CCEAOrthodox dress

Judaism is an ancient faith whose members have suffered prejudice and discrimination. How does it exist in and adapt to modern times?

Part ofReligious StudiesJudaism

Orthodox dress

Jewish men have three items of traditional clothing:

1. Tallit - this is a piece of white cloth which is normally worn during morning prayer. It is also often worn in the .

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A Jewish man wears a tallit, also known as a prayer shawl

2. Kippah - this is a thin, rounded skullcap worn by men (or men and women within ). It is worn as a sign of respect for God.

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A Jewish man wears a kippah as a sign of respect for God

3. Kittel - this is a robe worn by Jewish leaders (and sometimes by the head of a household during the meal). It is white, knee-length and made of cotton.

Orthodox married Jewish women often wear a hat or scarf on their head in order to cover their hair. Orthodox women are expected to dress modestly with appropriate items of clothing. During they may wear white aprons.