{"product_id":"ceramic-mezuzah","title":"Ceramic Mezuzah","description":"\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, the Shema prayer inside the mezuzah is believed to watch over and protect the home. Placed on the doorway, it serves as a reminder of faith, family, tradition, and all the things that turn a house into a home. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach mezuzah comes with double sided tape to attach to the door frame. \u003cbr\u003eChai Modern’s mezuzahs fit a 10” and 12” scroll. The mezuzah scroll is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e13.5cm L x 3cm W x 2cm H\u003cbr\u003e5.31” L x 1.18” W x .79” H\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCeramic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Chai Modern products are thoroughly checked for quality and consistency.\u003cbr\u003eBecause Chai Modern products are handmade, there may be tiny color and shape variations, adding to the uniqueness, charm, and individuality of each item. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hope that you will enjoy each piece of your Chai Modern family as much as our family has enjoyed creating it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur ceramic products are fired to an extremely high temperature for strength and durability.  On rare occasions, small areas in the kiln do not reach full firing temperature, and may leave a very slight glaze on a product, detectable as tiny hair-line cracks in the later months. This does not affect the strength or quality of the product in any way. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs my mezuzah suitable for outdoor use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAh, the million-dollar question!\u003cbr\u003eOur ceramic mezuzahs are beautifully crafted and designed to last, but when it comes to outdoor use, the real consideration isn't the mezuzah case, it's the scroll (klaf) inside.\u003cbr\u003eExcessive moisture, prolonged direct sunlight, extreme heat, or cold can damage the klaf over time, potentially affecting its kosher status. While the ceramic case itself is durable, the sacred scroll it protects is far more sensitive to the elements.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe've included strong double-sided tape for easy installation. While the tape is designed to provide a secure hold, prolonged exposure to rain, extreme temperatures, and harsh weather conditions may affect its performance over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf your doorway is sheltered from the elements and protected from direct sunlight, your mezuzah should be perfectly happy there. If your entrance is fully exposed to rain and weather, we'd recommend placing it indoors or in a more protected location.\u003cbr\u003eWhen in doubt, choose the spot where your mezuzah, and the precious scroll inside it, will have the longest, happiest life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I secure my mezuzah?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the mezuzah on the right-hand doorpost as you enter the room\u003cbr\u003ePosition it in the upper third of the doorpost\u003cbr\u003eTraditionally, Ashkenazi custom places the mezuzah at a slight angle, with the top tilted towards the room, Sephardi custom places it vertically\u003cbr\u003eEnsure the mezuzah scroll (klaf) is inside the mezuzah case before affixing it\u003cbr\u003eAttach the mezuzah securely using double-sided mounting tape\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Blessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBefore securing the mezuzah, recite:\u003cbr\u003eBaruch Atah Adonai Eloheinu Melech Ha'olam, Asher Kid'shanu B'mitzvotav V'tzivanu Likboa Mezuzah.\u003cbr\u003eBlessed are You, Lord our God, King of the Universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments and commanded us to affix a mezuzah.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany people then gently touch the mezuzah and kiss their fingers as they pass through the doorway, a beautiful reminder of the home's Jewish identity and values. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chai Modern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48585994535117,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/1841\/3261\/files\/Ceramic01_2874824c-0f5a-4179-bbd5-366a0e59333f.jpg?v=1782418943","url":"https:\/\/chaimodern.com\/products\/ceramic-mezuzah","provider":"Chai Modern","version":"1.0","type":"link"}