Binders for Sacred Torahs

A binder is used to secure the torah scrolls when closed.  It is also the "holy" garment used to touch the torah before and after an aliyah (blessing) if the person reciting the blessing is not wearing a tallit.  The binders below were custom made for a Rabbi's sons; each is embroidered on Thai silk with the child's name and the names of both of parents.  They are lined and backed with silk and each has an embroidered design (dove, sun and rainbow.)  They are photographed so as to protect the Rabbi's privacy.