Deu 6:9 | TNotes | STEP | 6:9 Write them on the doorposts: In later Judaism, people placed portions of Deuteronomy in a small metal case (a mezuzah ) attached to the doorframes of houses or other buildings. It was customary to touch the mezuzah when passing through the doorway to show respect for and dependence upon the Scripture.

‏ Deuteronomy 6:9

6:9 ^a Write them on the doorposts: In later Judaism, people placed portions of Deuteronomy in a small metal case (a mezuzah) attached to the doorframes of houses or other buildings. It was customary to touch the mezuzah when passing through the doorway to show respect for and dependence upon the Scripture.