Wool Tallit

A wool tallit (tallit gadol, or tallis) is the full-size prayer shawl worn for morning prayers, on Shabbat and holidays, and by a chatan at his wedding. Every tallit in this collection is 100% wool, from Mishkan HaTekhelet, Mofet and Melechet Machshevet, with kosher tzitzit tied under rabbinic supervision.

Shop by custom: Ashkenazi wool tallit · Sephardic wool tallit · Chabad wool tallit · non-slip Tashbetz tallit

Choosing a Wool Tallit Gadol

Consider the weave (non-slip Tashbetz that stays on the shoulders, or smooth wool), the size for your height, the stripe style and the tzitzit tradition you need. Product pages show the available options clearly.

Shop by custom with our Ashkenazi, Sephardic, and Chabad wool tallit collections. For a secure shoulder fit, see the non-slip Tashbetz tallit collection. For everyday tzitzit in wool, see our wool tallit katan.

Compare our wool tallit

Model Maker Weave Customs
Modim Mofet Classic wool Ashkenazi
Lamenatzeach Mofet Classic wool Ashkenazi
Modim & Yishtabach Mofet Classic wool Chabad
Tashbetz Mishkan HaTekhelet Non-slip Ashkenazi
Tashbetz Mishkan HaTekhelet Non-slip Sephardi, hand-spun thick
Peer Kal Mishkan HaTekhelet Light, Turkish style Ashkenazi, hand-spun thick
Smooth Wool AA Mishkan HaTekhelet Smooth Sephardi, hand-spun thick
Tashbetz Melechet Machshevet Non-slip Ashkenazi or Sephardi

Not sure which custom you need? Read Ashkenazi vs Sephardic vs Chabad tallit.

Need help choosing? Read our wool tallit buying guide and tallit size guide before selecting your model and tzitzit options.

Questions

Wool Tallit: common questions

What is the difference between a tallit gadol and a tallit katan?

A tallit gadol is the large prayer shawl worn during morning prayers. A tallit katan is the smaller garment with tzitzit worn all day.

Non-slip or smooth wool tallit?

A non-slip (Tashbetz) weave grips the shoulders and stays in place. Smooth wool drapes softly and has a classic look. Our non-slip vs smooth guide explains the difference.

What size wool tallit do I need?

Use the maker's chart for your height. On the Mofet chart, size 60 suggests 5′5″–5′7″, 70 suggests 5′8″–5′10″ and 80 suggests 5′11″–6′1″. See the tallit size guide.

Are the tzitzit on these tallit kosher?

Yes. Each tallit is tied under rabbinic supervision by its maker, with Ashkenazi, Sephardi or Chabad tying and thin or hand-spun strings, as listed on each product.

Is a wool tallit a good Bar Mitzvah or wedding gift?

Yes. A wool tallit lasts for decades. Read our Bar Mitzvah guide and wedding tallit guide.

Wool or acrylic tallit?

Wool is the traditional choice and the preferred fabric for the mitzvah. Acrylic is lighter and lower in price. See acrylic vs wool tallit.