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These same words were written on some of the Phylacteries, or strips of parchment which the Jews wore on their foreheads, and on the left wrist.

From "Granny's Chapters" (on scriptural subjects) by Ross, Lady Mary

Phylacteries and Borders.—Through a traditional interpretation of Exo.

From Jesus the Christ A Study of the Messiah and His Mission According to Holy Scriptures Both Ancient and Modern by Talmage, James Edward

"Perform the commandment of the Phylacteries, and I will account it as if you were occupied night and day in the study of the law."

From Hebraic Literature; Translations from the Talmud, Midrashim and Kabbala by Various

Phylacteries were worn on the head and arm.

From Jesus the Christ A Study of the Messiah and His Mission According to Holy Scriptures Both Ancient and Modern by Talmage, James Edward