JEWISH SYMBOLS LEAD A FASHION TREND IN JEWELRY
Ancient Jewish symbols, the Star of David, the Mezuzah and the Hamsa seem to be leading a trend in fashion and costume Jewelry. For years Judaica Jewelrydisplaying symbols of the Jewish faith have been popular among Jews. Judging from the new found popularity of Jewish symbols among Christians and other non Jews it is safe to say a new trend in symbolic Jewelry is under way.
A hexagram shaped star, the symbol King David chose to decorate his shield was adopted as the formal emblem representing his dynasty. Kabbalic interpretation of the hexagonal star which now represents the official symbol of the State of Israel and its national flag, suggests that they are the points linking Heaven and Earth. Other interpretations offer the symbol of the star as representing stability, strength, power, and security.
The Hamsa is a symbol displaying the fivefingers of a hand with the fingers pointed upwards. Jewish tradition attributes the hand to that of Miriam, the sister of Moses and Aaron. The five fingers represent the fifth letter of the Hebrew alphabet, the letter 'hey', symbolizing the name of the 'Creator of the world and all mankind' as well as the five books of the Torah received from G-d. The joined fingers mark the unity of the Jews as a people. Other popular uses for the Hamsa are as decorations at the entrance of a home, amulets hung in cars or in businesses, as well as key chains. No matter what its' use, the Hamsa is meant to protect and ward off evil spirits.
These symbols have been an inspiration for many of the designs on display, found at U-Boutique shops.
Judaica jewelry is hot and the proof of this can be seen by the many items now available in jewelry stores, gift shops and online shops like those found at the Israeli website U-Boutique.com. Popular Jewish symbols appeal to ones spirituality, providing protection, good luck, security and unity.
The Hebrew letters for life, 'Chai', the Menorah, as well as the traditional Mezuzah are additional examples of Jewish symbols being expressed by jewelry designers in their new offerings. A pop star who is not Jewish was seen in concert wearing her name in gold Hebrew lettering, while a well known Afro American singer proudly displays a message of life and hope in the form of 'Chai' and Star of David David pendants dangling from his necklace.
Jewish symbol jewelry is now offered in a wide range of quality rings, necklaces, earrings, pins, and bracelets. The combination of fashion with a spiritual feeling of protection against evil, a sense of strength, or the blessing of good fortune seems to be a winner for both the consumer and the designer.
We invite you to visit us at U-boutique and enjoy the various offers given by the special and unique Israeli jewelry designers.
