Religious Object Collection

SEPHIROTIC TREE OF LIFE. Illustration from Portae Lucis, 1516, by Paul Ricci

Megillah case, from Alsace (silver)
XIR212846 Megillah case, from Alsace (silver) by French School; length: 29 cm; Jewish Historical Museum, Amsterdam, Netherlands; (add.info.: read aloud at Purim celebration; ); French

Omphalos (photo)
JB331150 Omphalos (photo) by Greek School, (4th century BC); Archaeological Museum, Delphi, Greece; (add.info.: Photographed october 1961; From the Sanctuary to Apollo at Delphi;)

Enkolpion with the Crucifixion (front) and Saints Theodore and George (back)
499829 Enkolpion with the Crucifixion (front) and Saints Theodore and George (back), 1080-1120 (silver gilt & cloissoneenamel) (see also CVL 499828)

Enkolpion with the Crucifixion (front) and Saints Theodore and George (back)
499828 Enkolpion with the Crucifixion (front) and Saints Theodore and George (back), 1080-1120 (silver gilt & cloissoneenamel) (see also CVL 499829)

Stopper from a canpoic jar in the form of the head of Duamutef, New Kingdom (ceramic)
XIR238655 Stopper from a canpoic jar in the form of the head of Duamutef, New Kingdom (ceramic) by Egyptian 19th Dynasty (c.1292-1187 BC); Louvre, Paris

The Removal of crucifixes from schools in Paris, from La Presse Illustree
CHT165178 The Removal of crucifixes from schools in Paris, from La Presse Illustree, 20th February 1881 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Gerlier (b.1826); Private Collection; (add.info)

TALMUD, c1580. Page from the Talmud, with the text of the Mishnah and Gemara in the middle and commentaries surrounding it, that of Rashi on the right: printed at Basel between 1578 and 1580

The Seven-Branched Candelabrum (fresco)
XAL198462 The Seven-Branched Candelabrum (fresco) by Ademollo, Luigi (1764-1849); Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Le Chandelier a Sept Branches; ); Italian, out of copyright

ISRAEL: JERUSALEM, 1750. The city of Jerusalem and the Dome of the Rock. Illumination from a Hebrew marriage contract, c1750

JERUSALEM: RABBI. A rabbi in Jerusalem wearing the prayer robe, holding a scroll and phylacteries. Stereograph, late 19th or early 20th century

MENORAH, 6th CENTURY. Seven-branch menorah. Detail from a floor mosaic at the synagogue of Ma on, Nirim, present day Israel. Late 6th century A.D

SYNAGOGUE IN AMSTERDAM. Interior of the Portuguese Synagogue in Amsterdam. Oil on canvas, c1675, by Emanuel de Witte

RITUAL SLAUGHTER. The slaughter of chickens and oxen in a Jewish butcher shop. Italian Hebrew manuscript illumination, 1435

CELEBRATION OF PASSOVER. Illumination from the Rylands Haggadah, Spain, 14th century

ISRAELITES IN DESERT AT ELIM with springs and palm trees: illumination from Sarajevo Haggadah

NEW YORK: ROSH HASHANAH. A young Jewish boy wearing a prayer shawl on Rosh Hashanah in New York City. Photograph, 1911

JUDAISM: MENORAH. Manuscript illumination from a Haggadah, n. d
JUDAISM: MENORAH. Manuscript illumination from a Haggadah, n.d

GATES OF MERCY. End of service for the Day of Atonement. Illumination from a mahzor, German, 14th century

TALMUD, 14th CENTURY. Opening page of the tractate Yevamot, from a 14th-century German manuscript of Asher ben Jehiels commentary on the Mishnah

JEWISH WOMAN, c1840. A married Jewish woman from Algiers

SYNAGOGUE SERVICES, 1892. At Congregation Zichron Ephraim (Sephardic) in New York City: contemporary magazine illustration

BOOK OF JOSHUA, c1500. Frontispiece to the Book of Joshua from the Old Testament

MAIMONIDES (1135-1204). Autograph Responsum of Moses Maimonides found in the Cairo Genizah. Hebrew, and Arabic, in Hebrew characters. Syro-Rabbinic hand on paper, 12th century

OLD TESTAMENT: aRON. Aaron pouring oil into a menorah. Illumination from a Hebrew Bible written in France, 1278 A.D

Religious objects for sale at a flea market, Cluses, Haute Savoie, France, Europe

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"Exploring the Divine: A Glimpse into Religious Objects" The Sephirotic Tree of Life, depicted in Paul Ricci's Portae Lucis (1516), symbolizes the interconnectedness of spiritual realms and divine energy. An exquisite Megillah case from Alsace showcases the intricate craftsmanship and reverence for sacred texts within Jewish traditions. Behold the Omphalos, a powerful religious object believed to mark the center of the world, reminding us of humanity's connection to something greater than ourselves. This Enkolpion with depictions of Crucifixion and Saints Theodore and George serves as a tangible reminder of faith, offering solace and protection to its wearer. Delve into ancient Egyptian beliefs with this Duamutef canopic jar stopper, fashioned in ceramic form resembling a deity's head, guarding against evil forces during mummification rituals. Reflecting on history: La Presse Illustree captures an era when crucifixes were removed from schools in Paris, highlighting debates surrounding religion in public spaces. In Burgos' La Vid sacristy lies a Holy Bible accompanied by a cross—a poignant representation of Christianity's foundational teachings and symbols within Spanish culture. Valencia Cathedral unveils its prized possession—the cup believed to be the Holy Grail—eliciting awe among believers who seek communion with Christ through this revered relic. Step back in time with this Talmud page dating back to 1580; it holds profound wisdom found within Mishnah and Gemara texts central to Jewish law and tradition. Journey through New York City streets in 1942 where storefronts like Broome Street's Jewish religious shop proudly displayed artifacts that nourished faith amidst adversity. Revisit New York City’s vibrant past as we peer into storefront windows along Broome Street showcasing an array of Jewish religious objects, a testament to the city's diverse spiritual tapestry.