Parochet - Ark Curtains

Parochet - Paroches - Torah Ark Cover Curtain
A parochet, or paroches, is the cloth that cover the doors of the Aron Kodesh (Ark) containing the Holly Torah scrolls in a synagogue. The parochet, or ark curtain, symbolizes the curtain of which separated the holy section of the Mishkan (Tabernacle) and the Temple from the Kodesh HaKodashim, the Holy of Holies. The parochet is typically made of velvet and embroidered with metallic thread, silk, and ornamental beads. The parochet may come in various colors - red, blue, green or gold to match the Torah covers (Torah mantles) bimah and amud covers. During the High Holidays, the parochet, Torah covers and everything else are changed to immaculate white to symbolize the purity and holiness of the Days of Awe.

Skillfully hand crafted, the parochet are richly ornamented with artistic art, depicting motifs of ritual references such as Lions and 10 Commandments, Eitz Chaim (Tree of Life), Shema Yisrael or High Holiday symbols, often featuring verses from the Torah hand made or machine embroidered.

Like Torah covers & other synagogue embroidery, the parochet is commonly donated by individual members of the congregation, frequently to commemorate life-cycle events or honor a loved. A custom Torah dedication or inscription is typically embroidered with the name of the donor and the occasion of the donation directly on the parochet in gold or silver matching the parochet design.

In addition to Parochet - Ark Curtains, our Judaica Embroidery collections include Torah covers & mantles, Bima & Amud Covers and Bein Gavrahs - Flat Torah cover between readings.

Are you looking to buy a Torah scroll? You are at the right place! Judaica Embroidery will find the perfect Torah scroll to fit your needs, whether it is for Ashkenasic or Sephardic use, from miniature scrolls to full size Torah scrolls. Just contact us, and we will be glad to guide you through your Torah project.

Thinking of donating a Torah ornament? Be sure to check out our exquisite selection of sterling silver and silver plated Torah ornaments which includes Torah breastplates, Torah crowns, Rimonim and Yad Pointers.