There really isn’t a Jewish household that doesn’t have candlesticks. No matter how religious the members of the house are, from secular to full-on traditional, accepting the Shabbat with fire and blessings is integrated deep into the Jewish roots of a person. This article will introduce to you the sterling silver candlesticks collection by Avi Nadav, and what sets them apart from other products in the world of Judaica.
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The Ritual of The Candles
In Judaism, the candlesticks are used in a holy ritual that every household can conduct. The candlesticks are used only by the women of the house, and with them, they light the candles and bless God for the fire. The ritual happens thirty minutes before the Shabbat enters. During that ritual, the women bless the fire, the Shabbat and use the warmth of the candles to brush it slightly on their faces. As the fire represents God’s first creation, in the old days the family members would use the light of the candles to eat supper with ease.
The time of lighting the candles is known to be a time when the women who conduct the ceremony are connected with God and he hears all of their prayers. It is a time to feel in touch with creation and wish with a full heart your deepest wishes and bless the family.
What is the Meaning of Modern Shabbat Candlesticks?
In modern times, there are plenty of ways to have shabbat dinner with lights and without desecrating the shabbat ritual of not using electricity. The candlestick ritual holds today a more spiritual meaning, and it mainly revolves around the blessing, the comfort, and the sense of tribe it brings to the family and friends at the table. Sterling Silver Shabbat Candlesticks are a beautiful, unique way to incorporate the ritual in modern households. It’s all about the artistic touch, and the sense of luxuriousness that 925 sterling silver candlesticks bring to the ritual.
Blue and White Products
Probably one of the main aspects of Judaica products that sets apart some of the working people from others is the place in which these products are produced. It is probably easier to explain. Tools of ritual are produced in Israel by ancient tradition at the hands of at least 4th generation businesses that have a different kind of energy to it. These products contain another level of holiness, Another dimension of authenticity, and Another assurance that a holy product originated in the holy land.
Why Sterling Silver Shabbat Candlesticks?
925 silver is a very durable material. It also doesn’t hurt that it’s luxurious and attractive looking. It preserves itself beautifully over the years, and all it takes is a little bit of cleaning of the candle wax. If you are a really diligent person, you can use some toothpaste and a wipe and it will renew the shine natural glow of the silver. You can have 15 years old silver Shabbat candlesticks and with a few easy steps, you can restore its shine!
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The Importance of Shabbat Candlesticks
The coming year is another year of progress, change, and development in our world. The power of social media is almost out of hand, new information is flowing and available to almost every person in the world. In times like this, family matters the most. Sterling silver candlesticks and Shabbat silver candlesticks are a beacon in Jewish households. They are a reminder that lights up every weekend. It reminds us of the good values and traits that the Torah teaches and that family is an incredibly important element in one’s life.
The more respected the ritual is being treated, either being kept on a weekly basis before shabbat or done with the most beautiful handcrafted Shabbat candlesticks; the more the importance of such traits to a man’s life are being lightened and reminded to the people around the candles.
A Connection to a Different Time
The candlesticks as we know them today have had a slight modification to fit in households. The origin of candlesticks come from the times of the second temple in Jerusalem. In the temple, there was a menorah with 7 sticks. It was the main means of lighting in the temple, and as time went by, it went through a modification to adjust to the ritual of Shabbat. The holy menorah is represented in many important Israeli government establishments such as the Knesset, the Knesset guard, the symbol of the state of Israel, and many more.
As a matter of fact, silver Shabbat candlesticks and the ritual around them also connect us to the time of the Beit Hamikdash.
What are Sterling 925 Candlesticks?
The word sterling refers to pro–nouns such as excellent, valuable, distinguished, and genuine. Therefore, the name immediately suggests that the artwork behind silver Shabbat candlesticks is first of all made from real silver. 925 silvers to be exact. The 2nd thing this word suggests is the high value it holds in Judaism, in tradition, and in today’s households. The 3rd thing the word ‘sterling’ stands for is how special and high-quality Avi Nadav’s products are from other competing silversmiths.
Various Shapes and Sizes of Shabbat Candlesticks
Silver shabbat candlesticks come in different shapes, sizes and prices. Nadav Art offers you one of the most diverse and unique collection of Candlesticks, from Sterling Silver Candlesticks with Filigree to Modern Silver Candle Holders. The more materials being used to make candlesticks, the price will most likely go up. The price for sterling shabbat candlesticks is determined by the amount of silver being used per grams\kilograms and the amount of time devoted to make such a creation. Again, we are still talking about a trade profession. There is also a charming collection of anodized aluminum shabbat candlesticks that come in various colors.
Amazing, Thoughtful Gift
Silver candlesticks are labeled at a high price for good reasons. Not only for the high quality of materials but for the knowledge, dexterity, and experience of the silversmith and the country in which they are made. For all of those reasons and more, turn a silver Shabbat candlestick into an incredible gift for many occasions and for anyone you’d like to share with him this ritualistic piece. Sterling silver candlesticks can make a lovely present for a wedding, moving into a new home, birth, Bat and Bar Mitzvah gifts and just in general; it is an incredible yet delicate Judaic piece that will flatter each house it will be presented in and a great way to bestow a piece of your deepest beliefs to the people you love and cherish.
The Importance of Judaica
Judaica is an art. Just as all other religions have their own styles in various subjects: such as religious tools, clothing, craftsmanship, architecture, agriculture and so on, the world of Judaica has a major role to play in our life. No matter how many people will go full religious orthodox or how many will abandon traditional Judaism, these artisanal pieces are fitting and compatible with every household.
If earlier we discussed the importance of good Jewish values and how to be reminded of them, half of the job is already done once you have a religious piece. A man can be as secular as he wishes and maintain whatever tradition he sees fit; the existence of Judaica pieces is already a reminder and a unique symbol of a man’s belief. That is the charm of the Jewish religion. It is enough to be reminded of these ceremonies and rituals, and you are already more connected to your roots.
The Hands of a Craftsman
Working with silver is no easy task. Not to mention the hard work dedicated to each new and old molds of silver Shabbat candlesticks. It is a rigorous job. Being a silversmith is a profession whose knowledge was generated from many generations in the past. The silverwork done by Avi Nadav is one with experience and knowledge. The Nadav family is now in business with the 4th generation of silversmiths. Why Avi Nadav? Because of the knowledge and experience.
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Quick Recap
In this article we learned about the magic behind the creation of Shabbat sterling silver candlesticks. We received a quick lesson in English about the word ‘sterling’ and what a big role it plays in the Judaica area. The ritual of lighting Shabbat candles is a ritual as old as time and in our times represents the days of the 2nd temple.
Silver candlesticks are a high-quality product and a great way to invest as well. Each high-quality silver candlesticks costs from 1,200 dollars all the way up to 5,000$. However, if we look at the meaning behind those humble–sized pieces, it is far more valuable than a business opportunity. It is a memorial piece, a ritualistic piece, a reminder of one’s religion, it represents our roots, it is derived from the temple, we come across it in Hanukkah with the menorah of 9 candles. Speaking of Hanukkah and menorahs, you are more than welcome to take a look at the Silver Hanukkah Menorah collection by Avi Nadav. Silver candlesticks are a way to maintain one Jewish ritual thirty minutes before Shabbat enters, and contain so many meanings and tributes. It is an excellent present, an amazing piece to have in your house, and when it comes from the hands of Avi Nadav – you can be sure it comes with all the history, tradition, and quality you can imagine.
