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Judaica in Art – The Design of Dreidels Through the Ages
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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 ever wondered about how the design of the dreidel evolved over time? From ancient to modern, let’s take a closer look at the history and design of dreidels through the…
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Judaica in Art – the Design of the Menorah
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 lined up in a row, is the basic design of the menorah. The remainder of the menorah’s appearance takes on many different colors, sizes, and shapes. But why does the…
