The term Judaica refers to the beautiful Jewish ceremonial objects that are given as gifts on various Jewish occasions and events. Judaica have been exchanged by people for generations on special occasions like birth of a baby, weddings, Bat Mitzvahs, and many such events that are part of the Jewish culture. These gifts are never considered as outdated and are being used extensively by people as they are one of the best ways of making a special occasion all the more special.
Judaica carry special religious and spiritual significance. It is believed that the Judaica brings peace, prosperity, and wealth into the life of the person who owns them, besides strengthening the bond of love and care between the giver and the recipient of the Judaica.
The most significant and indeed the most popular Judaica gift is the Silver Shabbat candlestick. Lighting of the Sabbath candles is a strong Jewish tradition and also a beautiful event. Silver Sabbath candlesticks standing alongside silver Kiddush Cup for blessing wine, a Challah cover for the bread, a Challah knife and other items, make one of the best Judaica gifts that you could give to your near and dear ones on an important occasion. Such a gift is truly cherished by the recipient and is passed on from one generation to the other.
The other wonderful Judaica gift is the Menorah. The Menorah presents the original 7-branched lamp that stood in the Temple in ancient Jerusalem. This Judaica gift stands for unparalleled spirituality. The Menorah also has a 9-branched lamp version which is used at Hanukah - the Festival of Light to mark God's miracle at the end of the ancient Jewish fight for freedom.
Other Judaica gifts that are popularly exchanged amongst the Jews and non Jews alike, include the Judaica jewelry and the five fingered Hamsa hand. Jewish jewelry includes rings, bracelets, pendants, and other jewelry pieces containing symbols and inscriptions taken from the Jewish culture and religion. Judaica jewelry besides being symbolic is also beautiful and attractive to look at. People often wear it to make a unique fashion statement. The Hamsa hand is a symbolic hand representing the five fingers of the God and is used to ward off the evil eye.
Jewish Figurines, Jewish Pens, Jewish Magnets, Jewish Placards, Key holders, Washing Cups, and Messianic Holy Vessels are some other Judaica gifts that are being given on special occasions.
