A look at some treasures from the Holy Land
Artworks and artifacts tend to fetch a high price because of the historical value they hold, Sadigh Gallery shares. This is why it comes as no surprise that the most coveted pieces also come from the most significant places in our history. In this blog, find out more about some beautiful treasures from the Holy Land. Image source: wsj.com 1. The Menorah In the biblical tradition, the menorah is described as the seven-lamp ancient Hebrew lampstand made of pure gold used in the tabernacle set up by Moses in the wilderness and later on in the Temple in Jerusalem. Throughout the hundreds of years that followed, the menorah became a symbol of faith, which is why many of these were created in the Holy Land as objects of veneration. 2. Manuscripts People of the faith had always desired to reach the Holy Land, even when this required them to be on the road for a very long time. This is what has resulted in the pilgrimage tradition, which is practiced even to this day. Pilgr...