Recently a large black hat and a small knitted yarmulke engaged in a conversation. Here are snippets recorded surreptitiously by your intrepid reporter:
KIPPAH SERUGAH: So why do you insist on being worn in shul and on the street at all times?
BLACK HAT: It’s not an absolute must but a hat helps express the idea of being fully and respectfully dressed before G-d especially during davening. Serving G-d is serious — not a casual matter. A hat expresses that seriousness.
KS: I also respect G-d and His Torah but avodat Hashem should not be burdensome.
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