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They shall wear fringes.

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  • 1Louisiana State University Medical Center, New Orleans, USA.

The Journal of the American Academy of Psychoanalysis
|January 1, 2000
PubMed
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Ancient Jewish fringes called tsitsit evolved from totemic use to symbolize identity, equality, and group cohesion for ex-slaves. This ritualized garment continues to serve multiple psychological and symbolic functions today.

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Area of Science:

  • Cultural Anthropology
  • Religious Studies
  • Psychology of Dress

Background:

  • Clothing serves diverse functions, including utility, status, and identity signaling.
  • Ancient dress featured decorative elements like the tsitsit (fringes) with complex origins.
  • The tsitsit has been a continuous element in Judaism for 3,500 years.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the historical and symbolic evolution of the tsitsit in ancient Israel.
  • To analyze the psychological and social functions of the tsitsit beyond its original purpose.
  • To understand the enduring significance and ritualization of the tsitsit in Judaism.

Main Methods:

  • Historical analysis of ancient dress and religious practices.
  • Conceptualization of the tsitsit as a symbol of identity and group cohesion.

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  • Examination of the psychological functions, including instinctual gratification and control.

    • Main Results:

    • The tsitsit's use shifted from totemic origins to symbolizing liberty, noble status, and identity for former slaves.
    • It functioned as a unifier, promoting group cohesion and equality among Israelites.
    • The tsitsit continues to hold multiple functions: daily prayer accompaniment, burial shroud, psychological regulation, and afterlife promise.

    Conclusions:

    • The tsitsit evolved into a powerful symbol of identity, equality, and psychological regulation.
    • Its ritualization facilitated sublimation and gratification of instincts, ensuring its enduring presence.
    • The tsitsit exemplifies the multifaceted and enduring symbolic power of clothing in cultural and religious contexts.