Yarmulke (YAH-mi-kuh)

From Tartar "skullcap," or from Aramaic "Yirei Malka" (fear of the King). The skullcap head covering worn by Jews during services, and by some Jews at all times.

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Signs and Symbols - Yarmulke

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