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Links the oppression of the Jews by the
Egyptians and by the Nazis. It recalls the strength of
the Lord who “brought the children of Israel out…from the
house of bondage to a land flowing with milk and honey”.
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Illustrates the rainbow of the covenant and
the Hebrew translation of the phrase “I will remember My
covenant which is between Me and you.” Within each letter
of the Hebrew is a pair of animals whose Hebrew name
begins with the letter in the phrase.
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STRANGER IN A STRANGE LAND
$80.00
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Depicts an Egyptian motif showing the
strength of the oppressors in contrast to the
vulnerability of the infant Moses in the basket in the
river. He is shown in the arms of the princess who knew
he was a Hebrew. Nevertheless, she rescues him. She
exemplifies the teaching in the Midrash that
“loving kindness conquers all”.
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Portrays the two spies who were sent to
survey Jericho. In order to protect them, they were
hidden in flax by the innkeeper, Rahab. Later, she was to
hang a red thread from the same window from which she
helped them escape. This would safeguard her household
from the invading army. The tribes of Israel are also
depicted, as is the Talit which is to serve as a reminder
to “remember and observe all the commandments of the
Lord”.
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Illustrates Jacob’s dream with the angels
ascending the ladder to heaven, the revelation at Mt.
Sinai and of the Temple. It recalls the Divine promise,
“I will be with you and watch over you wherever you go.”
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A WOMAN OF VALOR
(Ayshet Chayil)
$80.00
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Illustrates the poem that is recited every
Friday night in honor of the house whose daily work
enriches the lives of those around her.
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Actual print is in gold
foil and contains an abridged English text
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Roses & Lilly of the
valley
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Tapestry - traditional
text only
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Torah scroll with
Jerusalem at bottom
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Jerusalem
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