Hi,
I've been contemplating a switch from the "topic" approach, to instead draw on responsa on a variety of topics. This will sacrifice continuity, but gain practical relevance. If you have thoughts or preferences on using this approach, please let me know.
Rav Shlomo Kluger ruled that a yarmulka must cover the majority of one’s head, both when reciting a blessing and when walking about. As a matter of strict law, though, Rav Moshe Feinstein ruled that this is not obligatory; a yarmulka must only cover enough of the head that an on-looker would deem the head “covered”.
(Rav Moshe Feinstein, Igrot Moshe Orach Chaim 1:1)
Have a great day,
Mordechai
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I think size doesn't really matter, just as long as the head is covered and the wearer truly believes in what a kippah symbolizes.
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Jasper @ Best Kippah
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ReplyDeleteBut what does "the head is covered" mean?
"Head is covered"- I don't mean that the whole head is covered, as long as there's a kippah on regardless of the size, it's ok. Anyway, the kippah's symbol is important than the size of it. :)
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Jasper @ Best Kippah
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ReplyDeleteBut you still need to define it - after all, would you consider a cap from a beer bottle to be a yarmulka?
You've got a point there. My bad. Maybe just as long as the kippah is seen on your head is ok.
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