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Orthodox dress

Jewish men have three items of traditional clothing:

1. Tallit - this is a piece of white cloth which is normally worn during morning prayer. It is also often worn in the .

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A Jewish man wears a tallit, also known as a prayer shawl

2. Kippah - this is a thin, rounded skullcap worn by men (or men and women within ). It is worn as a sign of respect for God.

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A Jewish man wears a kippah as a sign of respect for God

3. Kittel - this is a robe worn by Jewish leaders (and sometimes by the head of a household during the meal). It is white, knee-length and made of cotton.

Orthodox married Jewish women often wear a hat or scarf on their head in order to cover their hair. Orthodox women are expected to dress modestly with appropriate items of clothing. During they may wear white aprons.