Synagogue. Windows. Synagogue. Stained Glass. Windows. Stained Glass Inc. Greenville, TX

Transcription

1 Inc. Greenville, TX

2 Jewish stained glass art for s and homes. The has long been the source of spiritual strength for the Jewish community. glass for a synagogue serves a symbolic as well as a practical role. glass acts as a focus for the faith of Jewish worshiper, blocking out the distractions of the outside world and serving as a reminder of eternal truths. Styles of Art s art has developed over the millennia. Drawing on and synagogue stained glass has followed a variety of artistic and architectural styles. Drawing on this rich Judaic heritage, styles from traditional to modern. These Judaic stained glass works celebrate the art and architecture of Judaism, serve as objects of contemplation and act as a reminder of Jewish faith and life. Custom for Your The stained glass examples shown here are options to consider. If you don t see what you are looking for, contact us. All window designs are customizable. Alternatively, you can have a work of stained glass art created just for you. Whether you are looking for a contemporary Jewish stained glass design or more traditional designs in your synagogue windows, we are here to help info@stainedglassinc.com

3 Types of Judaic From the day that Moses was commanded to build a tabernacle in the desert, temple art and architecture has developed along biblical lines. stained glass can feature a wide range of symbols and emblems that are characteristically Jewish; the menorah, the lamp, the interlacing triangles, the Lion of Judah, synagogues. Inc panels can serve as Temple windows, door inserts, partitions and feature walls. Jewish stained glass windows can follow a variety of styles and subject matter, a few possible themes of windows and partitions include the following: Mt Sinai Window. Based on a Tiffany stained glass design info@stainedglassinc.com

4 Magen David Also referred to as the Star of David, the six-pointed star is used in stained glass and other Jewish art. The Star of David, created by two interlaced triangles, is based on the symbol from David s shield. Round window of the Star of David Star of David in Star of David in Wreath info@stainedglassinc.com

5 Menorah The origin of the menorah was the seven-branched candelabrum which was carried by the Israelites and used in the sanctuary as they journeyed through the Sinai desert. In art, the menorah was used to illuminate manuscripts and began to appear in stained glass images during the Middle Ages. Menorah in Menorah in window featuring the Menorah Octagonal Menorah window (Also available as round, square or in any other shape or size)

6 Tree of Life The Hebrew Etz Hayyim (Tree of Life). From the original tree in the Garden of Eden and the traditional reference to the Torah as the Tree of Life Hebrew Inscriptions in Hebrew script can be an art form in its own right and can be featured in stained glass either alone or in combination with a decorative element. The Hebrew inscriptions in stained glass serve both to embellish the synagogue as well as to instruct the congregation. Shalom on blue glass window Aseret ha-dibrot: The Ten Commandments in info@stainedglassinc.com

7 The inscriptions used in synagogue stained glass artworks are most often biblical verses suitable for creating a mood for prayer. These include Shalom (Peace), as well as How lovely (Psalms 84:2), Know before whom you stand (Berachot 28b), 0 give thanks unto the Lord, call upon His name (Psalms 105:1) prayer (Psalms 102:2), and other quotations. Shalom stained glass window roundel. Also available a square, rectangular, octagon or other window shapes Shalom window Shalom window roundel Shalom (Peace) info@stainedglassinc.com

8 Shalom dove window The Ten Commandments Why Select Inc. for your Inc windows are: light levels

9 World s Largest Selection of Any Design, Shape or Size of selection simple and easy, and all can be sized and shaped to meet your needs. For custom work, call us, our designers will work with you to create any design. More options partition panels, ceiling panels, stained glass ark doors, tree of life windows and stained glass for temple furnishings. The next step Contact us. We are happy to answer any questions, talk about options or assist with your unique needs. on thought and happiness. Unlike normal light sources, the rainbow colored light streaming through luminous windows is full-spectrum and prismatic. This can elevate mood by responses, resulting in a sense of calmness and peace; a result most of us have experienced in contemplating a stained glass window or a rainbow. The Lamp info@stainedglassinc.com Keywords Judaic,, Judaism, Jewish, Hebrew, Temple, Bethel, stained glass, art glass, menorah, Star of David, Ten Commandments, 10 commandments, Jewish,, Tiffany,