Chabad Tallis: Why no atara?


Almost all tallits come with an atara (neckband), which can vary from plain white with a very subtle leaf motif to very ornate with vibrant colors. But there are two notable exceptions: the Turkish tallit and the Chabad tallis. The custom of adding an atara originated to ensure that the tallit was worn the same...

The Atara


If you've ever shopped for a tallit, the issue of the atara may have come up. The tallit atara (or neckband) is really just a trim, which can range from a subtle white-on-white design to a bold and colorful embellishment. Atara origins The custom originated to ensure that the prayer shawl was worn the same way...