The tzedakah box, or pushka sometimes spelled pushke, is a small, often decorative container used in Jewish tradition to collect charitable donations. Its significance extends… Read More »The History of the Tzedakah Box: Judaica in Art
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The mezuzah is a small yet significant object found on the doorposts of Jewish homes around the world. This Judaica item not only serves as… Read More »Judaica in Art: The Artistic Design of the Mezuzah
Judaica in Art: The Artistic Design of the Mezuzah
When it comes to Judaica, few items hold as much significance as a silver kiddush cup. The cup not only serves a practical purpose but… Read More »The Role of a Silver Kiddush Cup: Beautifying the Mitzvah
The Role of a Silver Kiddush Cup: Beautifying the Mitzvah
Have you ever come across a unique fruit with a distinct shape and a captivating aroma, known as the citron? This citrus fruit is an… Read More »The Citron as an Esrog for Sukkot: Origin and Types
The Citron as an Esrog for Sukkot: Origin and Types
One of the most iconic symbols of Chanukah is the dreidel, a spinning top with Hebrew letters on each side. Simple enough. But have you… Read More »Judaica in Art – The Design of Dreidels Through the Ages
Judaica in Art – The Design of Dreidels Through the Ages
Have you ever wondered about the origin of using wax candles for Shabbat observance? We don’t give it much thought and simply get a box… Read More »Judaica in Art – The Origin of Wax Candles for Shabbat
Judaica in Art – The Origin of Wax Candles for Shabbat
Havdalah, a Jewish ritual marking the end of Shabbat, is a beautiful ceremony steeped in tradition and symbolism. Judaica items used in this ritual is… Read More »Judaica in Art – the Origin of the Havdalah Spice Tower
Judaica in Art – the Origin of the Havdalah Spice Tower
On Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, we sound the shofar as testament to Divine kingship over all creation. It’s kind of like blowing trumpets… Read More »Judaica in Art – The Design of the Rosh Hashanah Shofar
Judaica in Art – The Design of the Rosh Hashanah Shofar
The design of the Chanukah menorah remains unchanged over the course of Jewish history. Eight places to put candles, oil, or even electric bulbs, all… Read More »Judaica in Art – the Design of the Menorah
Judaica in Art – the Design of the Menorah
One of the reasons I enjoy drawing and painting tefillin is because the form of tefillin is a cube, which is easily rendered on a… Read More »Judaica in Art – the shape of tefillin and its meaning