Judaism In addition, many Reform temples use musical accompaniment such as organs and mixed choirs. A "kippah" (Hebrew: כִּפָּה, plural "kippot"; Yiddish: יאַרמלקע, "yarmulke") is a slightly rounded brimless skullcap worn by many Jews while praying, eating, reciting blessings, or studying Jewish religious texts, and at all times by some Jewish men. In Orthodox communities, only men wear kippot; in non-Orthodox communities, some women also wear kippot. "Kippot" range in size from a small round beanie that covers only the back of the head to a large, snug cap that covers the whole crown. "Tzitzit" (Hebrew: צִיציִת) (Ashkenazi pronunciation: "tzitzis") are
Jewish religious clothing Jewish religious clothing Jewish religious clothing has been influenced by Biblical commandments, modesty requirements and the contemporary style of clothing worn in the many societies in which Jews have lived. In Judaism, clothes are also a vehicle for religious ritual. Many Jewish men historically wore turbans, tunics, cloaks, and sandals. The "tallit" is a Jewish prayer shawl worn while reciting morning prayers as well as in the synagogue on Shabbat and holidays. In Yemen, the wearing of such garments was not unique to prayer time alone, but was worn the entire day. In many Ashkenazi communities, a "tallit" is worn