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This Star of David necklace comes from our handcfrafted collection of Star of David jewelry. The blend of precious metal transforms this accessory into a true work of art and captivates all who see it. The highest quality 14 Karat Gold and 925 Sterling Silver are utilized to form this unique Star of David. Within the gold segment the "Shema Yisrael" prayer is beautifuly engraved in Hebrew, while the silver segment exhibits the Priestly Blessing of peace uttered by the Kohanim. Together, they unite to present a stunning gift from your heart to hers.

Shema Yisrael prayer:
The most significant of all Jewish prayers, the Shema is the first prayer a Jewish child is taught to say. A declaration of faith and a pledge of our allegiance, the Shema is said upon arising in the morning, before going to sleep at night, when praising God, when beseeching Him, and it has become last word upon a Jew's lips when leaving this life.

The Star of David necklace is definitely one of the most popular Jewish jewelry accessories there is. Jewish men and women from around the world proudly wear Star of David necklaces around their necks. Contemporary Judaica artists have taken this ancient symbol and turned it into a work of art. Star of David necklace provides a fascinating opportunity to observe how one ancient symbol has incorporated modern elements so successfully.

As a national symbol, Star of David is relatively new. It is only toward the end of the 19th century that Jews across Europe began to use it as a unifying symbol of their communities and decorate their synagogues with it. If you track down the sources of this symbol, you'll find that they are quite old. In the Middle Ages, several different cultures used the Star of David as an amulet. In fact, it used to play an important part in religious rituals to help fight demons and evil spirits. To this day, the Star of David is often associated with the five pointed star known as Solomon's Seal that was used for similar purposes. The distinctive shape of the star was believed to have supernatural powers.