Rabbi Borland – Ketav Arizal – Torah Scroll

Ketav Arizal is a sacred script style based on the teachings of the holy Arizal (Rabbi Isaac Luria), incorporating deep kabbalistic nuances while remaining fully halachically valid. It is widely respected among Chassidic and many Ashkenazi communities for its beauty and spiritual depth. Rabbi Borland’s Ketav Arizal Torah scrolls are mehudar — written with exceptional precision, beautiful letter formation, and strict adherence to halacha, making them a premium choice for those seeking a high-quality, spiritually elevated Sefer Torah.

Writing a complete kosher Sefer Torah in Ketav Arizal by Rabbi Borland typically takes a little over one year. This timeframe reflects the immense care, daily immersion in holiness, and meticulous checking required to produce a mehudar Torah scroll that meets the highest halachic standards. Every letter is written with kavanah (intention), ensuring the scroll is not only beautiful but fully reliable for communal or private use.

Yes. Rabbi Borland is a respected expert Sofer Stam whose work is known for its halachic reliability and mehudar quality. The Torah is written on premium klaf with perfect letter formation, proper tagin, and all required halachic stringencies. It undergoes thorough checking to ensure it is 100% kosher and suitable for long-term use in a synagogue or home setting.

This premium Sefer Torah is ideal for synagogues, yeshivas, or private individuals seeking a high-quality, mehudar Torah scroll in the Arizal script. It is especially meaningful for Chassidic communities or anyone who appreciates the deeper kabbalistic tradition within a fully halachic framework. It also makes a profound lifetime gift or memorial.

Please contact us directly at (619) 583-5564 or through our website to discuss commissioning a new Sefer Torah. We will guide you through the process, including script options, size, and any custom requirements. Rabbi Borland’s Torah scrolls are made to order, ensuring every detail meets your community’s minhag and halachic expectations.

A mehudar Torah scroll goes beyond basic kashrut by incorporating enhanced beauty (hiddur mitzvah), superior letter formation, precise spacing, and stricter adherence to all halachic opinions where possible. Rabbi Borland’s Ketav Arizal scrolls are crafted at this elevated level, providing greater kedushah and longevity while remaining fully kosher and reliable for daily or Shabbat use.