$12.00
This finely detailed Breastplate Stones wall plaque holds a representation of each of the twelve stones as worn by the High Priest when performing his ritual duties and serving in the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. The Breastplate Stones are rich in spiritual symbolism, representing the enduring connection between man and God.
Size:
length 9 cm / 3.5 inches
“Whenever Aaron enters the Holy Place, he will bear the names of the sons of Israel over his heart on the breast piece of decision as a continuing memorial before the Lord.” (Exodus 28:29) Arranged in four rows and three columns, 12 unique gemstones, each corresponding to the 12 Tribes of Israel, were embedded into the Breastplate. The color and qualities of each gemstone related to the qualities and virtues of each respective tribe. The breastplate lay on the High Priest’s chest, symbolizing the enduring, close connection and relationship with the Divine, and was held in place by a series of chains, rings and threads that secured it to the priestly apron. The “Choshen” in Hebrew, served as a medium through which God communicated and provided direction to the Jewish nation, to consult and determine how to fight her enemies in times of need.
Meir Chai Yitzhaki – an Israeli artist and his family, design, produce, and manage a family-run Israeli art casting and artwork business. Born and raised in Uzbekistan (former Soviet Republic), throughout his youth, Meir was drawn to art, photography, and sculpture. Married at age 19, he and his wife opening a photography business. Moving to Israel had always been their dream, and with their four young daughters, Meir and his wife soon immigrated to Israel.
It was their passion for the land, its eclectic mix of cultures, the Bible stories, and people that led Meir and his wife to pursue their creative talents, and launch what was to become the fruitful business it is today in Israel. The family-run business employs Meir’s son-in-laws and new immigrants from Russia who share his same passion for creating beautiful works of art that instill the spirit of the Holy Land to a far-reaching customer base around the world. Meir’s collection, of which several unique pieces are showcased on our website, include Mezuzot, Hamsot, and decorative wall hangings with the Breastplate stones.
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