Galilee silks offers handmade men's tallit Jewish prayer shawl tzitzit

Galilee Silks is the ideal place. We are expert makers of men's tallits which are all hand-made in Israel, and available in standard and custom sizes with added personalization. There are easy to understand descriptions for fabric and sizes right on the web page.

On men’s designs you can find symbols like the Jewish star (Star of David), the Lion of Judah, the City of Jerusalem, and symbols from the Seven Species from the Bible. The most basic designs include simple black or blue stripes, other designers are more daring with symbols integrated into designs with the Seven Species.

A standard set ofcustom men’s tallitusually includes a matching Atara or neckband, and a storage bag, with tzitzit already tied onto the four corners properly. Some sets also include a tallit clip. Personalized embroidery on the bag can usually be added as an optional extra right at checkout too. 

Wool is the traditional pick, since Jewish law ties the tzitzit obligation most directly to wool or linen garments, and linen isn't practical due to shatnez restrictions. Silk is a popular alternative for those wanting something lighter or more special-occasion, though wool remains the go-to for daily and Shabbat prayer. 

Yes. Black is the available color choices among other ones, and our collection includes several black based designs. Others combine black with blue, red, white, gold or other colors. With so many styles and varieties available, you can always incorporate black into modern statements or subtler designs to ensure the prayer shawl matches the mood.

Modern collections can be found just beside the classic striped designs at our shop. We have a range of trendier looks, bolder hues and geometric designs for people who want toorder a custom men's tallitthat still feels traditional but a bit more current. Because personal style is a larger factor than Religious Law, consider sorting and looking at both the classic as well as the modern sections side by side for this aspect.

Height and how you plan to wear it both matter here. Taller individuals or those who prefer the full wrap style typically lean toward the larger tallit gadol size, while a shawl style suits a lighter, looser fit. Custom measurements are the safest route if standard sizing feels uncertain either way.