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To put a Mezuzah on each door post

The Luchos - Ten Commandments
מִצְוָה עֲשֵׂה - Positive Commandment
מִצְוָה לֹא תַעֲשֶׂה - Negative Commandment
Mezuzah – מְזוּזָה

We are commanded to place mezuzahs on our doorposts.

This mitzvah commands affixing a Mezuzah — a parchment inscribed with the Shema and other Torah passages — to the doorposts of one’s home and gates. The Mezuzah serves as a constant reminder of Hashem’s unity and His protection over Israel. Passing through the doorway becomes a moment to recall one’s faith and commitment to the commandments, sanctifying the home as a place of holiness.

Commentary & Classical Explanation:

  • Rambam (Hilchot Mezuzah 5:4): States that every dwelling and entrance requires a Mezuzah, except for temporary or unfit structures.
  • Sefer HaChinuch (Mitzvah 423): The root is to engrave in our hearts Hashem’s unity and providence, for the Mezuzah is a visible symbol of faith.
  • Talmud (Menachot 43b): Praises the great reward of the mitzvah, saying it brings divine protection over the house and its inhabitants.
(Source: Chabad.org)
וּכְתַבְתָּ֛ם עַל־מְזֻז֥וֹת בֵּיתֶ֖ךָ וּבִשְׁעָרֶֽיךָ׃ - פָּרָשַׁת וָאֶתְחַנַּן
Deuteronomy 6:9 - "And you shall inscribe them upon the doorposts of your house and upon your gates."

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