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 Sacred Symbols Through Cultures in the Light of the Bible Across time and nations, people have physically marked themselves on the forehead, hands and body as a sign of identity, covenant, protection or spiritual insight. This theme explores three powerful symbols: 1. Tefillin from Judaism 2. Hand Bands from diverse indigenous and spiritual traditions 3. Pottu (Bindi) from Indian cultures Although they come from different cultural paths, all three echo the biblical call to carry God’s Word, identity, and light visibly and actively. 1. Tefillin       Dates back over 3,000 years, rooted in Hebrew tradition. Based on God's commandments in Torah: leather boxes with scrolls of Scripture, tied to forehead and arm. Represents obedience, remembrance, and God's law being bound to thought and action.  Old Testament Verses: “Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads.” - Deuteronomy 6:8 “These commandments... Impress them on your children. Talk...

 Keeping the Faith: Jewish Soldiers Wearing Tefillin in 2025

From Bible:
Exodus 13:9, 13:16, Deuteronomy 6:8, and Deuteronomy 11:18 verses state 

"the words of God should be a sign on one's hand and between one's eyes"

    For Jewish soldiers in 2025, wearing tefillin remains an important part of their faith, even during military service. Though it can be tough to put on tefillin while on duty because of safety concerns, uniforms, and limited privacy many still try to observe this tradition during morning prayers when they can. To help with this, special tefillin cases and straps have been made to be strong, light, and easy to use in the field. Military chaplains and groups like Chabad provide soldiers with tefillin and support for their religious needs. 

Jewish law allows soldiers to skip wearing tefillin if their safety is at risk. Also, today’s apps and online guides make it easier for soldiers to remember prayers and follow the mitzvah, even when far from home. This shows how faith stays strong and adapts, even in the challenges of military life.



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