This beautiful Hamsa necklace is designed by Adina Plastelina, a famous Israeli jewelry studio, located at Tel Aviv-Jaffa. The studio uses an ancient technique to create its unique items, called Milliefiori process. To learn more about the studio you’re invited to watch the video. For more details on this item click here.
The inscription of the sacred verse in this design is meant to turn the Hamsa necklace into a powerful talisman A pendant featuring Shema prayer is a very popular jewelry accessory among Israeli and Jewish people around the world. Shema Yisrael (Hear O Israel) is the most renowned prayer in Judaism. Interestingly, Shema is not exactly a prayer, but rather a confession, a declaration addressed to God proclaiming: ” Hear, O Israel: the Lord is our God, the Lord is One”. ”
Shema” is generally used by extension to refer to the full version of the daily prayer. However, the prayer is best known for its first verse. The full version of Shema Yisrael includes three paragraphs from the Torah: Deuteronomy 6:4–9, 11:13-21, and Numbers 15:37–41. These verses comprise the biblical commandants to say Shema Yisrael twice a day – before sunrise and shortly after nightfall- and affix a Mezuzah to every door-post. The verses that comprise Shema Yisrael are written on a scroll that must be kosher (written by a professional called Sofer Stam according to traditional Jewish law ) and this scroll is placed inside a Mezuzah case.
This beautiful Hamsa necklace comes from renowned Jewelry designer Michal Golan. Judging by her name I was sure Golan was an Israeli. I was soon to find out Golan was indeed born in Haifa, Israel but is now an American. Golan moved to the US in 1976 where she pursued BA degree in graphic art. The sucessful jewelry and Judaica studio that bears her name is based in Manhattan.
Michal Golan has become internationally known for her signature look. As this necklace well exemplifes Golan skillfully combines oriental motifs and westerm influences. Golan’s pieces are entirely handcrafted. In this design, Golan depicts a delicate flower while using pearls, beads and Swarovski crystals. You can purchase this item with Judaism.com. There you can also find more jewelry accessories by the artist.
This beautiful Hamsa necklace is designed by Israeli jewelry studio , Amaro. Amaro’s head designer, Irit Goffer-Sasson has gained a world-wide reputation for her unique style. A graduate of Europeo di Design in Italy, Irit Goffer-Sasson is a mother of three and a strong career woman.
Irit Goffer-Sasson constantly travels in many exotic places around the globe where she draws her inspiration.
This Hamsa necklace is gold-plated and embedded with semi-precious stone. This Hamsa necklace is a stylish piece that is also meant to bring good fortune. You can purchase it here.
This colorful Hamsa necklace is designed by renowned Israeli jewelry designer Maya Rayten, also known by her trademark Adaya. This beaded Hamsa necklace features Swarovski crystals and colorful beads.
Maya Rayten has become internationally known for her distinctive style. Rayten’s unique jewelry collections are sold across Israel and the world. Maya Rayten is one of several leading Israeli designers who enjoy an international success. In the last decade Israeli jewelry is a field in high-demand, producing some of the most popular fashion and Jewish jewelry for customers from all over the world . Israeli jewelry is inspired by both Jewish and Israeli symbolism and that’s what makes it so unique. The Hamsa hand is a popular motif in Israeli jewelry since it combines both ancient heritage and modern beliefs.
Ester Shahaf is a renowned Israeli jewelry designer who successfully combines eastern and western motifs. This beautiful Hamsa necklace is handmade by the designer. Ester Shahaf specializes in the niche of symbolic jewelry, and her works include Hamsa necklaces, earrings and charm bracelet. The necklace in oriental style is decorated with beads and semi-precious stones, including Saworvski crystals.
This is my favorite Hamsa necklace by this artist, and one of her most popular pieces. The necklace is signed by the artist.
HaAri jewelry is an Israeli studio design that has been focusing on sharing the Kabbalah teachings through the world of jewelry.Hamsa is a common feature in kabbalah jewelry. You can find the Hamsa hand motif in many Kabbalah jewelry accessories. Hamsa jewelry is traditionally believed to provide the wearer with protection against the evil eye.
This necklace is inscribed in Hebrew with the sacred word of Ana BeKoach, a powerful Jewish prayer that was written in the first century according to one of God’s names. This prayer is believed to be a virtue for blessing and protection.
