“One doesn’t go to Jerusalem, one returns to it. That’s one of its mysteries.”

Jerusalem City – the name evokes emotions like no other. One of the world’s oldest cities, Jerusalem is the seat of Judaic history. Because was the site of the First and Second Holy Temples, Jerusalem is revered as G-d’s given capital.

Here are some popular and some lesser-known facts about this ancient city:

The meaning of the word ‘Jerusalem‘

‘Yerushalayim’, or Jerusalem, is a combination of 2 words, yireh (will see) and shalem (peace, wholeness), and means simply ‘a city of peace’. The Hebrew word ‘Yerushalayim’ also has another meaning – ‘complete awe’. This alludes to the complete awe of the presence of G-d you feel in Jerusalem.

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The Western Wall of Jerusalem

The Kotel/Kosel is a sacred place of prayer for the Jewish people and is a remnant of the Temple Mount built by King Herod in the times of the Second Holy Temple. Therefore, the custom is to write prayers on slips of paper and push them into the cracks of the wall in the belief that “the Divine Presence never departs from the Western Wall.”

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All buildings are made with Jerusalem Stone

Often referred to as a ‘City of Gold’, Jerusalem’s municipal laws mandate that ALL buildings have the facade of the local golden-honey toned richly textured stone, called Jerusalem stone. Because of this, the whole city has a consistently uniform warm beige look, with an easily distinguished skyline. 

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The Old lies within the New

Jerusalem comprises two main parts – the Old walled city at the core around which the new city has grown. The Old City is fully bordered by ancient limestone walls and is home to many religious sites like the Temple Mount, the Kotel, The Al-Aqsa Mosque, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre among others.

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An Iconic Skyline

The Jerusalem skyline is easily distinguished by its unique elements: The golden Dome of the Rock, the Tower of David, the Old City walls, the Montefiore Windmill. Each has deep roots in Jewish sentiment and the legacy of the Holy Land echoing the Judaic heartbeat.

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Monument dedicated to Love

The Ahava Sculpture, housed at Jerusalem’s Israel Museum (Sculpture garden), is a relatively new landmark, installed in 1977. ‘Ahava’ means ‘love’ in Hebrew. The sculpture is a remarkable architectural and artistic ode to the foundation of all emotions – love.

Highly photographed against a very Instagrammable background of rolling hills and bright blue skies, the Ahava sculpture is now a Jerusalem favorite!
Express your love with our collection of Ahava jewelry.

It has a unique and distinct look that makes it one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry all over the world

Jewelry is part of our everyday attire. Men and women have their own taste when it comes to jewelry. Furthermore, jewelry from every region of the world has its own discrete charm. However, when it comes to Hebrew jewelry, there is much more than just beautiful designs and colors.

Jewish Jewelry

What makes Jewish jewelry so special is the fact that each piece carries a unique and special meaning. It is not only a beautiful ornament, but also brings spiritual wholeness, happiness and health.

Jewish jewelry comes in distinct shapes and forms. It is mostly made in geometric shapes as it holds a special spiritual and religious significance. In addition, it is also symbolic, and the designs uphold Jewish history and traditions. In short, Hebrew jewelry is a combination of fashion, culture and religion, all brought together in the form of stunning pieces of jewelry.

Original Hebrew jewelry has been made in Israel for over half a century now. The craftsmanship of the jewelry makers is commendable. They have developed their skills over the years, capturing the true sense of Judaism in their designs and work. The Jewish community all over the world loves giving Hebrew jewelry as a gift to each other to show their love and good wishes.

But, What Makes Hebrew Jewelry So Unique?

Every person who visits Israel brings home souvenirs from the holy land. One of the most popular souvenirs is Jewish jewelry. From a red Kabbalistic string to a big Star of David, an evil eye bracelet or a chai charm piece, Hebrew jewelry is the most sought-after Israeli souvenir.

But what is it that makes it so distinct and unique?Let’s find out.

Unique Designs

If you are someone who loves wearing stunning statement designs, then you must check out Hebrew jewelry. It can be worn with any outfit and can give you a graceful look. Its designs mostly consist of Jewish symbols; hence, it has a mystic and enigmatic appeal.

Opt for a bright and bold design, or choose something subtle and monochromatic— you will find everything in the Hebrew jewelry collection. In addition, Israeli rings are also very popular because of their unique look and spiritual appeal.

Different materials, stones, patterns and colors are used in Hebrew jewelry; hence, such jewelry is used to reflect the personal style and taste of the wearer. You can wear these designs every day and they will become a part of your personality.

Sentimental Value

The sentimental value attached with Hebrew jewelry makes it one of a kind. Every piece of jewelry carries a deep spiritual meaning. This attaches sentimental value to Jewish jewelry, which is why Jews and people from other religions buy it.

Giving or receiving Hebrew jewelry as a gift has sentimental value. It always comes with a special heartfelt message that brings happiness, health, good luck and blessings to the wearer. You will also find a number of Jewish jewelry pieces that have prayers written on it. Wearing it close to your heart represents faith, belief, feelings and memories.

Jewish Identity

While Hebrew jewelry has unique designs and sentimental value, many people adorn it because it showcases their religious and cultural identity.Wearing something like a Star of David, Hamsa or Chai around the fingers, wrist, neck or ears signifies your faith and how much it means to you. For people of the faith, Hebrew jewelry is a source of identification that they wear proudly every day

Buy Hebrew Jewelry in the U.S.

While Hebrew jewelry has unique designs and sentimental value, many people adorn it because it showcases their religious and cultural identity. Wearing something like a Star of David, Hamsa or Chai around the fingers, wrist, neck or ears signifies your faith and how much it means to you. For people of the faith, Hebrew jewelry is a source of identification that they wear proudly every day.

But, do you have to travel all the way to Israel to buy Hebrew jewelry and Israeli rings?

Certainly not.

Baltinester Jewelry LTD has brought stunning Israeli jewelry to the U.S.

Established in 1949, Baltinester Jewelry LTD is one of the oldest jewelry stores located in the heart of Jerusalem. All of our jewelry is handmade with the finest craftsmanship that brings stunning designs to our clients.

Don’t worry if you are not able to travel to Israel to get your hands on our stunning collection. With our online store, you can order our stunning collection of jewelry from anywhere in the world. We offer worldwide shopping and you can now enjoy our Israeli-made Hebrew jewelry from any corner of the world.

 Jewish jewelry holds a special place in the hearts of the Jewish community all around the world. Jewish jewelry carries spiritual upliftment, pure meaning and also a touch of holiness. It is considered a great gift as it comes with a lot of good wishes. It is the perfect combination of faith and beauty and has stunning designs with immaculate artwork.

Baltinester Jewelry LTD offers a mix of classic and contemporary designs created by leading artists from Israel. What makes us popular is the premium quality materials, quality of service and specialty of designs that we offer.

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If you are looking for high-quality original Hebrew jewelry that is handmade from Israeli craftsman, then order from us. With over 70 years of experience, we have mastered the art of making traditional Israeli jewelry combined with contemporary designs.

We also offer Jewish wedding rings and Judaica for special religious and cultural occasions. Buy it for yourself or gift it to someone to make them feel special. Choose from our stunning collection of unique jewelry, Jewish jewelry, name jewelry and Israeli jewelry collection.

We offer the fastest worldwide delivery and seamless shopping experience. Customer satisfaction is our top priority which reflects in our wide customer base all over the world. Our honest service and dedication to providing the best quality and designs have helped us gain loyal customers.

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