Seven Branch Menorah (Candelabra)

The 7 branch menorah is the original biblical menorah that stood in the mishkan (the temporary temple the people of Israel traveled with in the desert) and both of the people of Israel’s temples in Jerusalem. It was lit every day by the High Priest (Kohen Gadol) with olive oil. The making of the Menorah is described in great detail in the bible – it is famous for being made of one piece of solid gold. It was decorated with unique ornaments detailed in the bible.

Thus it is different from the 9 branch menorahs that we light today on Hannuka that symbolize the eight days of the reanointing the temple in the time of the Macabees.

Historically, the biblical menorah appears on all manner of archeological artifacts from Israel such as coins, houses, synagogues, pottery and more. It has therefore become a symbol of the Jewish nation as a whole and is featured today on the official symbol of the State of Israel, along with olive branches on either side. A beautiful model of the 7 branch menorah can be see on the front lawn of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament.

Today temple menorahs can be seen decorating the entrances or rooftops of synagogues and Jewish sites around the world.

We offer a selection of classic or modern designed temple menorahs in brass, silver, silver-plated, nickel, and aluminium – for oil and for electric bulbs. Many carry special inscriptions such as the 12 Tribes of Israel or the Stone Tablets (Luchot Habrit).

Biblical menorahs are often bought as generous donations to one’s synagogue (shul) or local Jewish center, museum, cemetery, or other site. Show off your pride with one of the People of Israel’s most recognized symbols. Shop Ahuva today for a 7 Branch Menorah for your home or local Jewish center!

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Kiddush Wine Cups , Fountains

Exquisite Israeli kiddush cups and silver bechers on sale.

Kiddush Cups and Wine Goblets

A Wine Glass, specially designated for reciting the blessing (Bracha) over wine at your Shabbat Table and on Jewish Holidays. Wine blessing tumblers come in a variety of designs such as the hand painted wood, the silver plated, and the sterling silver. We also have a range of fountains which take wine from one glass and distribute it among a large number of smaller versions so that the person who recited the blessings doesn’t have to pour each little mini-goblet for all of the people attending the meal before they can drink. Given that most meals involve a large number to attendees, including many children, saving time by using a fountain is a great idea. It also avoids spillage when seeking to pour the wine from the primary goblet to the tiny mini-goblets that are given to each person.

Shop for a kiddush cup and wine cup in wood lacquer with gorgeous designs made in Israel, in silver, brass, silver plated, pewter and glass. Every purchase is sent in a gorgeous gift box ideal for gift giving and shabbat gifts.

Range of items

Traditionally, all items were silver or silver plated. However, as time as progressed, a range of alternatives have evolved. We stock a colorful range of ceramic kiddush cups with designs evoking scenes from the Bible, Ancient Israel and patterns of birds and flowers taken from the world around us. There are plastic chalices which are designed to look like the regular shiny items but they are very heavily discounted and they can be used without the same fears of the items being broken. They come in a variety of quantities and can be purchased many at a time in case you are hosting a large meal with many attendees who wish to have their own goblet. Many kiddush cups are sold with saucers.

Why is Wine Special

The purpose of blessing the wine is to sanctify it. That means taking something that is normal, and imbuing it with some spiritual significance. That is indeed the purpose of life according to Jewish tradition – to take something that is simple, basic and even, sometimes, negative, and turning it into something beautiful which gives honor to G-d.

Shop Ahuva for unique and exquisitely designed Kiddush Cups to grace your table or that of your loved ones.

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