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The History of the Turkish Tallit
Despite its name, the “Turkish” tallit did not originate in modern-day Turkey. Rather, it developed among the Jewish communities of Tunisia, which was under Ottoman (Turkish) rule until the late 19th century. During that period, tallits produced in Tunis and surrounding regions were commonly referred to as “Turkish” simply because of their political administration.
This talit became popular because one of the Turkish sultans had banned flax plants, effectively making Tunisia a linen-free zone. Since wool products from Tunisia were known to be free of linen, there was no need to be concerned that one’s wool tallit contained shatnez. (In 2008 it was found that Turkish tallits could no longer be safely assumed to be free of linen and therefore require rabbinic supervision like other tallits.)
Over time, the distinctive features of the Echt Turkish tallit—its substantial weight, dense weave, lining, side reinforcements, and double-row fringes—became associated with durability, dignity, and tradition, and it became a sought-after commodity in various Jewish communities, particularly in Chassidic circles.
For generations, this style of tallit has been favored by those seeking a prayer shawl that reflects the look and feel of tallits worn in North African and Ottoman Jewish communities. Today, the Echt Turkish tallit remains a choice for wearers who value authenticity, longevity, and a tangible connection to Jewish prayer traditions of centuries past.
Echt Turkish vs. Kmo Turkish
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I feel very special with this Tallit and I know I'll be wearing this for the rest of my life
I am so grateful for this Tallit. I put Sephardic Tzit Tzit according to my Nusach/Rite. I wake up excited to Daven and I cannot thank Ben's Tallit Shop enough. They didn't have size 80, so I waited for a month but their customer service is excellent and It was worth the wait. I am 18 years old and 5 '8 so the Tallit size 80 is very big on me but I will hopefully grow into it. Again I cannot thank Ben's Tallit Shop enough. Big question!!!! How do you properly wash a wool Tallit and things I should get?
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excellent
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The Supreme Covering
I wanted my first tallit to be special and I know that I have found it with the echt turkish tallit. I love it's weight, it's size and all the extra's that I had added. I have to mention the shipping speed also ( three thumbs ) and I only have two hands, great job.
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Un talith de qualité
Je cherchais un talith à la fois beau et sobre : le talith Echt Turkish est exactement ce qu'il me fallait ! Avec sa laine d'excellente qualité au tissage fin et assez dense, il a du corps et son est poids en conséquence, tout en restant raisonnable selon moi. Par des températures, on préférera toutefois une version plus légère. Agrémenté de l'atara de laine tissée main noir-blanc-argent disponible aussi sur ce site - qui lui ajoute encore un peu plus de consistance et de noblesse, je ne reçois que des compliments. Je peux recommander ce talith et j'en profite pour remercier Ben, qui a su répondre avec patience et diligence par mail à toutes mes questions.
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Very good.
A beautiful great quality tallit. Thank you.
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ECHT TURKISH TALLIT / TUNIS
Purchased this tallit a couple of years ago. It still looks new! I get a lot of compliments because this is a stunning tallit, in a good way. Folks know you mean business when you show up wearing this. I also added the highest quality tzitzits and they are still like new.
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Excellent
Bens shop was gracious in keeping me informed about every step as I bugged them, the Tallit is excellent condition everything I had ordered done to perfection no question of kosher. beautiful work
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Tallit
Very good quality! Service was impeccable. Would definitely use Ben’s Tallit in the future.
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Beautiful Tallit! Fast!
I was very impressed with this tallit. It is beautiful and the weave is superb. I have to say, that was the fastest shipping from Israel I have EVER experienced. It left the 15th and was delivered on the 18th. I will be doing business with Ben's Tallit Shop again for myself, friends, and family. Thanks, Ben!
