Unique Items of Jewish Jewelry
By Uriel Sela

There are many beautiful and unique pieces of Jewish Jewelry on the market nowadays, from personalized necklaces bearing one's name, Hamsa necklaces to provide protection from the evil eye, rings inscribed with Biblical and/or modern Hebrew phrases and symbolic Israeli Army items, to name but a few.

As with all things in Judaism, Jewish Jewelry also has meaning. They are, unlike regular jewelry, deeply symbolic, highly significant and inextricably connected to Jewish tradition. Before you purchase a piece of Jewish Jewelry, instead of choosing solely on the basis of beauty, make it a meaningful gift by also exploring the meaning behind the item. Let us help you with a few of the Jewish motifs you may find...

  • Mezuzah pendants: these are miniature versions of the amulets hung by Jewish people on their doorposts. They represent the idea that G-d is ever-present in our lives and watches over the people who live where the Mezuzah is hung wherever they may be. Giving such a pendant as a gift is an ideal way of portraying the wish that you hope the bearer comes to no harm and is watched over wherever he may be.


  • Star of David pendants: this is a dominant Jewish symbol; a six-pointed star made up of two interlocking triangles. It is found displayed prominently on the Israeli flag. The Star of David pendant is a present that conveys a strong Jewish identity. To give such a gift is to wish the bearer strength in carrying the Jewish flame forward.


  • Menorah pendants: are representative of the heroic Maccabees who fought against the Greeks in order to preserve Judaism for the generations to come. The Menorah arouses a sense of pride in its representation of Jewish sovereignty and redemption. This is a true symbol of Jewish hope. One may wish to present such a pendant to people who do a great deal of good work that can be recognized as being a part of the Jewish people's role of being "a light unto the nations".


  • Israeli Army Pendants: are based on items used by the Israeli army. The idea of having to buy a present for that young (or maybe not so young) man need not stump you. One of these original necklaces is sure to bump you up several notches in his books!


  • Personalized Necklaces: are a truly special way of treating yourself or a loved one. They can be made from a variety of materials and are designed with the name you request. A truly original piece that can only be worn by the name-bearer and as popular today as they were when they first exploded onto the market in the eighties.

Uriel Sela is one of the owners at Ajudaica.com. Online Judaica store that sells Jewish jewelry and judaica gifts.

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