Monday, December 22, 2008

Tefillin

Again, Chabad.  For some reason, the second night of Januka is the big night here, they have another outdoor event that's televised all over Argentina, with local politicians and about 1000 people in the plaza.  Pablo and I went fairly early (early enough to get a seat), they had stuff for sale, music, etc.  Picked up a new kipa (I had brought the one from Dave and Natasha's wedding).  There was also a booth with black hats (Orthodox Jews, who have a very specific style of dress that is reminisent of 17th century Poland), who were offering the wearing of Tifillin.  I was hesitant (it's a really odd custom, and looks really, really weird.  I have pics, not sure if I'll post them).

My first time wearing Tifillin as a Jew, I guess there is something associated with the Bar Mitzvah, as at least one interpretation of that event is "one who has worn Tefillin".  Or something like that.

After dinner, I went home.  I'm no longer getting lost, nor do I need a map.

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