Tzitzit and Tallit for a Bar Mitzvah: What to Buy
For a Bar Mitzvah, many families buy a full-size wool tallit in the right size, plus everyday tzitzit (tallit katan) for the young man. Whether a boy begins wearing a tallit gadol now or after marriage depends on family custom, so check with your rabbi before you buy.
The Bar Mitzvah shopping list
- A tallit gadol, if your custom is to begin wearing one now. Most families choose wool.
- Everyday tzitzit in his size, with a spare or a multipack.
- The right tying custom: Ashkenazi, Sephardi or Chabad.
- Optional: tekhelet strings, if this is your family's practice.
When does a boy start wearing a tallit?
| Custom | Tallit gadol | Tallit katan |
|---|---|---|
| Many Sephardi communities | From Bar Mitzvah or earlier | Every day |
| Many Ashkenazi communities | Often from marriage | Every day |
| Some Ashkenazi communities | From Bar Mitzvah | Every day |
This is a general picture only. Follow your family's custom or ask your rabbi.
Choosing the tallit size
A Bar Mitzvah boy is still growing, so many families choose a size that fits now and leaves room to grow. Use our tallit size chart to match the size to his height.
Bar Mitzvah essentials
Mofet Modim Wool TallitFrom $149.00
MMJ Non-Slip Wool TallitFrom $120.00
Boys Tzitzit MultipackFrom $45.00
Frequently asked questions
What tallit is best for a Bar Mitzvah?
Most families choose a full-size wool tallit, often with a non-slip weave, in a size that fits now with a little room to grow.
Does a Bar Mitzvah boy wear a tallit gadol?
It depends on the custom. In many Sephardi communities yes; in many Ashkenazi communities a man begins after marriage. Ask your rabbi.
What size tallit for a 13 year old?
Match the tallit size to his height using a tallit size chart, and consider one size up so it lasts as he grows.
How fast can I get a Bar Mitzvah tallit?
Orders ship the same business day from our US warehouse, and US shipping is free over $85.