techelet

Asked by jj · July 15, 2004 · Other

Question

whats your opinion on the techelet made in israel from what they claim is the hilazon?

Answer

Answered by Aaron Abadi

It isn't Chilazon and thus not Techelet. The Gemara says "Gufo Domeh LaYam Ubriyato Domeh LaDag." Menachot 44A The Chilazon looks like the sea (color), and it's shape is like a fish. This doesn't have any resemblance at all... AA