The Mezuzah signifies the sanctity and
blessing of the Jewish home. The Torah tells us in
Devarim 11:20-21 that the reward for keeping the mitzvah
of mezuzah is long life for us and our children. In
addition, we are taught that the mitzvah of mezuzah
guards one's home from harm. Due to the holiness of the
mezuzah and because the mezuzah represents our commitment
to HaShem, the custom is to kiss the mezuzah whenever
passing through a doorway.
The mezuzah case (with the scroll
inside) should be affixed firmly to the upper third of
the doorpost on the right hand side of the door as you
enter the room, angled towards the inside of the house.
Before attaching the mezuzah, a blessing is said "Blessed
are you Adonai our G-d, sovereign of the universe, who
makes us holy with the mitzvoth and commands us to affix
a mezuzah ".
Note: A Mezuzah should be affixed
to the doorpost of each room in the home and place of
business (including basement, attic, and
garage). |
