tephillim

Example:The phylacteries were placed in the leather straps according to the traditional Jewish customs.

Definition:small leather boxes containing scrolls of parchment on which are written specific verses from the Torah, worn by observant Orthodox Jews during the weekday morning service.

Example:Through teshuvah, Jews seek to retain their connection with God, while tefillin symbolize their commitment to religious practices.

Definition:a formal petition for forgiveness or redress, especially in a religious context, and sometimes also the act of repentance itself.