Description
Why does the Torah enjoin us regarding techelet? Because techelet resembles sapphire, and the Tablets were made of sapphire, to tell you that as long as Bnei Yisrael gaze upon this techelet they are reminded of what is inscribed on the Tablets and observe the commandments, therefore it is written, ‘And you shall see it [the techelet string] and remember all of the commandments of G-d and you shall do them.’ – Mishnat Rabbi Eliezer, Chap. 14
Hand-spun tzitzit dyed with Murex trunculus by the Ptil Tekhelet Assocation. Authorized dealer.
Which set you choose (Raavad or Rambam) depends on how you plan to tie the tzitzit.
To tie according to the Vilna Gaon, Sefer HaChinuch, Amram Gaon or the Raavad, choose Raavad strings. This set comes with three white strings and one blue string for each corner.
To tie according to the Rambam or the Arizal, choose Rambam strings. This Ptil Tekhelet set comes with three white strings and one half white/half blue string for each corner.
To tie according to the Tosafot, click here.
| Type of Strings | Used to tie |
| Rambam | Rambam (13 chulyot), Chabad/Arizal, Ben Ish Chai, “Sephardic” |
| Rambam 7 |
Rambam (7 chulyot) |
| Raavad | “Ashkenazi”, Breslov, Ramak |
| Raavad short | Gra, Chinuch, Raavad, Amram Gaon (13 chulyot) |
| Raavad 7 | Amram Gaon (7 chulyot) |
| Tosafot | Gra, Chinuch, Raavad, Amram Gaon, Ramak, Rav Schachter (7 chulyot of 3 each) |
| Tosafot R. Schachter |
Rav Schachter (7 chulyot of 7 each) |
Isabelle Cohen –
Boker Tov, Ben. Just wanted to let you know that I have received my Ptil Tekhelet order yesterday, and I am very pleased with the product and the service. Toda raba!
David S-Y –
Those wishing to fulfill the Mitzvah of P’til Techelet on their Tallit Gadol should consider the Thick Ra’avad strings. They are exceptionally good quality & are helpful for deveikut b’tefillah. Refer also to the discussion on Sephardic tying. This is a major practice in the welcoming of Mashiach, may he be revealed speedily in our days, B”H
Alexis Kopperman –
Thank you so much for the rapid response to all of my questions and the excellent service I received. The fact that you responded to all of my concerns so quickly and guided me through this purchase was wonderful.. I have given the P’til Techelet as a wedding gift for my Rabbi to put on the new Tallit his bride has given him.
B’Shalom
David W. –
Did an excellent job of tying the tzitzit. Quite knowledgeable of the various customs, and offered good advice. Made it look superb [and according to the Lubavitch custom]. I personally recommend [stepping it up a notch and] purchasing the 1/2 string of Ptil Tekhelet, which is beautiful. Certainly a trustworthy source of tallit katan and tsitsit!
Joe Canter Sevierville, TN. –
These are really nice Ptil Techelet, the color is very nice and even, they didn’t come off on my hands while tying them either. Plenty of length on both sides (dyed side and non-dyed side) after tying. I have and will continue to buy from this site. Very good shipping and communication too.
Jeff Blumenthal, Chicago, IL –
After 45 years, I was given a new Talit. I decided to get Ptil Tchelet. The tzitzit are as expected. I bought the thick, Rambam. It is not about how they look (although I like the way they look). But rather, I learned a lot during the process, picking which type of tzitzit (Rambam, Raavad, Tosafot) and how to tie them and why. It made the experience well worthwhile, one I will appreciate everytime I put on my Talit.
Rabbi Maurice S. Kaprow –
The tzitziot are perfect. They are easy to work with and are expertly crafted. The service from Ben’s Tallit Shop is superb. Thank you for a wonderful shopping experience.
Yitharel Yitzchak –
Expertly crafted with beautiful rich blue-violet color. The shipping thing-according to me-was great too.
Anonymous –
Very happy with my tekhelet. Great service and product. 7 days delivery time to the uk is good but could be better. Will likely buy my next set from here again.
Isaac Balbin –
I tasked Ben to procure long thick Techeles to be tied according to Tosfos, with Rav Hershel Schachter’s 7 x 7 Rokiah preference and the opinion of the Baal Hoittur which Rav Schachter also suggests. The tying was perfect and the service was quick, even to Australia.
David Y –
Personally, I would have great difficulty with wearing a Tallit which did not have Ptil Tekhelet strings. It is a fundamental part of the mitsvah, in my opinion. One packet recently purchased did have a frayed white string but from experience, this is unusual.
Yehezqel Ben Yisrael –
A hand full in our minyan where Ptil Tekhelet on our tallith. We’re pushing the issue.
Anonymous –
Great quality on all religious items and excellent service.
Aldo –
I’ve been using Ptil Tekhelet strings from the Murex for years, and will never use anything else.
Nathan –
took awhile to tie it and it looks great.
Michael Boxerman –
When it comes to tekhelet, Ptil Tekhelet is 99% the best!
David Nagy –
Best original product and the price is good too.
Mordecai Miller –
This is the second time I’ve ordered from Ben’s. I’m very happy to use them.
Anelyn Cristobal –
Delivery is fast. Product is excellent. I highly recommend Ben Tallit. Thank you.
Morton Friedman –
The titzit strings are excellent in workmanship and price. And most helpful are the clear insturctions offered on the internet site.
DrBeyk –
Fast and clear communication and good product. I would definitely recommend Ben’s Tallit shop and buy there again.
Yakob Chaim –
Amazing to be able to have authentic made Tekhelet, after a very long road of research, comparing, and dying, there is enough proof to prove the hilazon is a murex specie.
Jacob Dunkley –
I loved tying these onto my Grandfather’s tallit. I think he really appreciated the thickness of the strings.
Christopher Reed –
Excellent quality tzitziyot, easily lasting many years. Always go with thick string. Bought 4 orders of ptil tethered for my 4 sons, I know from experience they will last a long time for them! Todah raba!
Robert Schlamowitz –
Excellent response to my purchase. Quality material; safely packaged; timely delivery
David Haberman –
These are great tzizit, I love them and order from Ben’s Tallit Shop is always a pleasure. Easy ordering, fast shipment and top quality merchandise!!! Couldn’t ask for more!
Akiva M. –
I ordered the thick p’til tekhelet, and I ordered tosafos strings. This being my first experience with tekhelet, I was a bit anxious, as the tosafot strings of course added up to some additional cost.
There was no need for anxiety. Ben and his staff were attentive to my requests, clarified any confusion I had caused, and fulfilled my order beautifully.
The tallit is marvelous, the P’til Tekhelet worth every penny and then some…. Definitely choose the thick strings, they just look and feel more substantial.
I will be ordering again soon for tzitzit, and likely tefillin soon!
Shuie –
Great store easy to order and find what I need excellent service too
Jeff K –
All my local Jewish bookstores were out. Ben’s had the best shopping price to the US. It arrived in a reasonable amount of time.
Mayer Ismael Salceda –
תודח רבה
pauldaystar –
WHY ARE THE BLUE PTIL TEKHELET NOT AS THICH AS THE WHITE…???
Benjamin Chaim –
Beautiful, thank you. I ordered the thin strings and tied them myself and I’m very satisfied, ordering another set now and planning on a third when I can afford a nice tallit gadol too.
instructor.brian –
there is nothing normal about these strings. Superb material and care from start to finish. The packaging details halacha stipulations. Next time i’m ordering the extra thick tzitzi because whoever sees you wearing them will want them ~instructor.brian, rabbinical student of R’Nachman Wilhelm, Online Smicha
Maimon –
The Tztziot look amazing no problems with them, highest standards
Barry Lehrbaum –
Always wonderful quality. Fast shipping!
Mark F –
Nice and quick response and the strings are very nice.