Rings of a Language

Hannah had a knack for languages. She was just born like that. It came to her naturally. By the time she was ten years old, she had picked up Spanish from the neighbor, Russian from the grocer, Chinese from the dry cleaners guy, and French from the librarian.  And she continued to speak all those languages fluently.

It came as no surprise, then, that the word “Hebrew” drew her closer when she chanced upon an ad for a gold Hebrew ring. Hannah was window shopping with a friend when she saw it. “Jewish rings for women”, a big poster declared. It was hanging right outside their favorite dress shop. Hannah took a closer look. An elegant gold ring with strange-looking letters was displayed at the center of the poster. By reading the small type at the bottom, Hannah learned that this was a gold Hebrew ring. She did not know that the Hebrew language had any connection to anything Jewish. But because it was about a language, Hannah made it her business to explore it further.

She headed straight for the library. It did not take long for Hannah to discover that Hebrew is the spoken language of Israel, the Land of the Jews! And that Hebrew had been the language of the Jewish people since the beginning of time.

Hannah read more about the Jews, their language, and their fascinating heritage. She could not believe how interesting it all was to her. Until then, she did not give a second thought to the Hebrew language. But now, it became a major part of her love for languages. The funniest part in Hannah’s opinion was that in Hebrew, the letters go from right to left, instead of from left to right. None of the languages she knew were like that. This was cool!

Before long, you guessed it - Hannah became in fluent in Hebrew as well. At that point, she wanted to purchase a gold Hebrew ring, since that is what drew her to the language in the first place. She went back to the “Jewish rings for women” poster she had seen. It led her to a jewelry store that these rings, among other Jewish jewelry items. It was the perfect place for her to choose her gold Hebrew ring.

Hannah took her time speaking to the jeweler about the different inscription options he offered. She was fascinated at the myriad options and the meaning behind each one. The richness of the Hebrew language mesmerized her. She couldn’t wait to see her chosen phrase on her very own gold Hebrew ring.

Hannah cherishes her gold Hebrew ring to this very day. She loves to see the beautiful language inscribed onto a beautiful piece of jewelry. It is striking. The experience enhances her life. She is certain to hand down this gold Hebrew ring to the generations that follow.

And most importantly, if anyone asks her where to find Jewish rings for women, she knows just where to send them.

The Purity of White Gold Wedding Rings

Gold is a precious metal. White gold is a pure color. It is clear and pure, like fresh water in a crystal glass. That is why white gold makes a great Jewish ring. The concept of Jewish rings is also to be clear and pure, and to be made of a high quality precious material. So how about a 14k white gold Jewish ring? In my opinion, you can’t get better than that.

It is popular amongst Israelissuch a ring. They will often want a Jewish wedding ring with an inscription. Choosing a 14k white gold Jewish ring will give you many options to choose from for your Israeli wedding rings.

Think of the meaning of these rings. The pride of the nation of Israel continues down through the generations. When an Israeli couple gets married, and starts to raise a family of their own, this pride is compounded. Now think of that 14k white gold Jewish ring. The shiny, white, clear color of the metal. The white gold is bright and vibrant. This is the feeling the couple wants on their Israeli wedding rings. Because these are the messages they live by.

Don’t think that by choosing white gold, your options are limited. Not at all. The amount of choices you will have when choosing a 14k white gold Jewish ring are unimaginable. Whether or not it will be a wedding ring, an anniversary ring, or just a gift, our white gold rings come in various finishes and textures.

In addition, we offer numerous inscriptions. For Israeli wedding rings, we have wedding related inscriptions. We offer many other inscriptions that are appropriate for a 14k white gold Jewish ring. You can add a stone or design for extra style. Diamond studs look particularly attractive on a white gold base. But of course, try any stone that you like. Ruby, sapphire, emerald, onyx, or even a colored crystal. They will all enhance your white gold ring.

That’s one of the things that’s so great about white gold – it goes with everything, but never loses its elegance. There is so much you can do with it.

White gold rings also come in various widths and thicknesses. A thick ring made of high-quality white gold, if that’s the material that works for you, is really something to be proud of. A thin ring, when made of white gold, will be that much more elegant. It’s a matter of what suits you better. But the choices are there. Just reach out and grab it.

Israeli wedding rings may be sterling silver, since that is more affordable. But if you can afford it, and if you can learn to appreciate the beauty of it, go for the white gold.

Rings With Stories

There is a story behind every picture. There is a story behind every event. And there is a story behind every I am my beloved ring.

One such story is the story of Becky’s engagement ring. Becky always loved the bible. But she didn’t know why. She grew up in a non-religious environment, but deep down she had a passion for religion. When she was young, she loved to read stories about Jerusalem, and was enthralled at how such a tiny piece of land could be so fought over. It had been captured and recaptured dozens of times throughout history. She felt attached to the land, even though she had never been there and didn’t know anybody who had.

When Becky grew older, she knew she just had to visit Israel. She saved up for a plane ticket and before long, she was on her way. She toured the land as if her life depended on it. Her favorite part was the archeological digs and excavations. She loved the richness of the land and the deep-rooted historical messages.

During her stay, she met a young man named David, and before long, they decided to become engaged. David shared Becky’s love for the land, and the deep connection to the bible. They decided to settle in Israel when they would begin their new lives together. Becky planned to go back home to say goodbye to her family, then fly back to Israel for her wedding, and then settle there.

As David was saying goodbye, he asked, “Becky, how do you feel about Jewish engagement rings?”Becky blinked a few times, unsure she had heard correctly. “But I’m not even Jewish!” she responded. “Yes, I know”, said David, “but Jewish engagement rings are all about verses from the bible. There are phrases full of deep meaning, the kind of the thing you love, Becky, and you can have that on your engagement ring.”

Wow. Becky had not known that. But she loved the idea. “As soon as you come back, before we announce our engagement officially, we can take a look at some Jewish engagement rings right here in Jerusalem”, said David. “I think you might go for the I am my beloved ring. It’s right up your alley.”

And boy, was he right. Upon Becky’s return, she set about the business of choosing her I am my beloved ring. There were many Jewish engagement rings to choose from, but it was the message of the I am my beloved ring that really spoke to her. The bible, the Land of Israel, how David shared her passion for it all, all wrapped up in one I am my beloved ring – it was too good to be true. But true it was.

David and Becky held their wedding in the heart of Jerusalem. There was a meager crowd in attendance, but the love they shared was abundant. And the message of the I am my beloved ring spread its glory wherever it went.

Great Aunt Molly’s Wedding Ring

One day, a young woman came in to our store looking frantic. She literally blew right in, as it was a cold and windy day, and she started talking fast. “My name is Jennifer”, she said, “and I must get a 14k gold Hebrew wedding band today! Can I choose something, and you’ll have it ready for me later today? And do you have Hebrew rings? I need an I am my beloved ring!” Of course we told her yes, that she should choose something from our vast collection of 14k gold Hebrew wedding bands, and we will have it ready today. But we were also eager to hear what all the drive and urgency was about.

We didn’t have to wait long. Jennifer launched right in to her explanation. It turns out she had become engaged a few months back, and last week, on the spur of the moment, she and her fiancé decided to take a quick trip to Israel. “Y’know, to do some touring, and then rush back to the stresses of life,” Jennifer explained. They planned to stay for just one week.

This morning, on the last day of her visit, Jennifer contacted her parents whom she had not spoken with in a while. When she mentioned that she was in Israel with her fiancé, her mom could not believe her ears. “You are in Israel?” her mom exclaimed. “That is the land that your Great Aunt Molly always dreamed of visiting.”

Jennifer had a strong affection towards her Great Aunt Molly. Jennifer did not know that Great Aunt Molly always dreamed of visiting Israel, but she did know that now, in her old age, she would never be able to go. “Mom, since I am in Israel, and Great Aunt Molly will probably never get to come, what can I do while I’m here that will make a difference to her?” asked Jennifer.

Jennifer’s mom thought for a moment. “She does have a collection of Hebrew rings that she is proud of. You can buy her another one to add to her collection. But I have another idea that will mean even more to her.” “What is it?” asked Jennifer. “You know Great Aunt Molly never got married or had children of her own”, said Jennifer’s mom. “And she is fond of Hebrew rings. It would have been her dream to have an I am my beloved ring for her wedding, and to see her children do the same. But she did not have a wedding, and she did not have children. You know how much she loves you, Jennifer, like a daughter. If you get an I am my beloved ring for yourself, instead of the wedding ring you had in mind, I think it will mean the world to Great Aunt Molly.”

“So that is why I need an I am my beloved ring immediately, as my plane leaves tonight!!”

Jenniferchose her 14k gold Hebrew wedding band, came back later to pick it up, and the rest, they say, is history.

Our Versatile Custom Hebrew Rings Selection

Ani le dodivedodi li. The translation of this biblical phrase is “I am to my beloved as my beloved is to me”. The phrase originates in the bible, and it was written by King Solomon. King Solomon wrote a book called the Song of Songs. In it, he describes the intense love that G-d feels towards His people. He compares the relationship between G-d and the Jews to that of a husband and wife. Thus, the phrase “Ani Le dodivedodi li” has become a popular, and appropriate, inscription on custom Hebrew wedding rings.

In fact, it’s so popular that the variety of ani le dodi rings available is astounding. There are rings available in several materials – 14k gold, 14k white gold, 14k rose gold, 18k gold, 9k gold, sterling silver, platinum, silver and gold combinations, various combinations of shades of gold (such as yellow and white gold, rose and white gold, or even all three!) and more. One can obtain an ani ledodi ring not just in a variety of materials or colors, but in a variety of styles. There are wide ani le dodi rings, and narrow ones. There are embossed engravings, laser engravings, cut out letters, and raised letters. There are aniledodi rings with illustrations of Jerusalem on them, as well. There are some ani le dodi rings with other intricate designs along with the inscription.

Aside from all of the options available, one can further customize his or her ring by deciding exactly what color, style, thickness, font, and design he or she wants, and simply having the custom Hebrew rings made up for them exactly according to their needs.

As if that weren’t good enough, custom Hebrew rings are not limited to the inscription “Ani le dodivedodi li”. Your Hebrew ring can host a variety of different inscriptions, most of them biblical, all with inherently deep and meaningful messages. For example, “Matzati et sh’ahavanafshi” (I found s/he whom my soul loves), “ahavatolamahavtech” (I love thee an eternal love), “harei at mekudeshet li” (you are sanctified to me), “imeshkachechyerushalayim” (if I forget thee o’ Jerusalem), and “am yisrael chai” (the nation of Israel lives).

The phrase “harei at mekudeshet li” (you are sanctified to me) is the phrase that the groom proclaims under the wedding canopy just before he places the ring onto the bride’s finger. It is this utterance and the putting of the ring onto the bride’s finger that makes the couple officially married according to Jewish law.

“Imeshkachechyerushalayim” (if I forget thee o’ Jerusalem) is a phrase from the book of Psalms. It expresses the deep anguish G-d’s nation felt when they were exiled from Jerusalem, and the holy temple was destroyed. The nation of Israel continues to carry that feeling with them throughout their lives as they yearn for the rebuilding of the temple.

These custom Hebrew rings with other inscriptions are also available in all the styles, colors, and materials listed above. So follow your heart, pick your inscription, and order your custom Hebrew ring today!

The Ring That Speaks To You

My beloved ring. “Ani LedodiVedodi Li” (I am to my beloved as my beloved is to me) is hands down the most popular inscription on Hebrew wedding rings. Why is that so? For starters, let’s take a look at the meaning of the phrase. I am to my beloved as my beloved is to me. Isn’t that what marriage is all about? You have found the person you wish to spend the rest of your life with. Your soulmate. Your beloved. A “my beloved” ring certainly belongs to your beloved, no?

Next, let’s take a look at the source of this phrase. The phrase “Ani LedodiVedodi Li” is a biblical verse from the book, the Song of Songs (“shirhashirim”, in Hebrew). The Song of Songs was written by King Solomon, who was one of the first kings of the Hebrews. He is famous for being the most brilliant man that ever lived. He is also famous for undertaking the building of the very first holy temple in Jerusalem.

In the Song of Songs, King Solomon writes about the deep, loving relationship that G-d has with His people. The Song of Songs is written as a parable, describing the love between man and his wife. This is what G-d’s relationship with His people is compared to. It is romantic; it is deep rooted; it is full of love and admiration; and it is directly compared to a loving relationship between man and his wife. Wouldn’t you say that “Ani LedodVedodi Li” is none other than the perfect, absolute perfect, inscription on your Hebrew wedding ring??

But it doesn’t end here. There are hundreds of verses in the Song of Songs, dozens of which have the concept you’d be looking for in Hebrew rings my beloved. Take “Zedodiv’zere’i” for example. The meaning of this verse is “this is my beloved and this is my friend”. It is very similar to “Ani LedodiVedodi Li”, again with the” my beloved” ring concept. This, too, is describing the feelings between G-d and the Hebrews. If you like the my beloved ring idea, but don’t want to be exactly like everyone else, the phrase “zedodiv’zere’I” might just be the perfect inscription for you. It has the same source, written by King Solomon in the Song of Songs, and has similar meaning, but if you need that diversity, this phrase is for you.

There are dozens, if not hundreds, of other options for you if you are looking for a Hebrew wedding ring with that kind of message. Some have slightly different translations, but have that same romantic piece to it. For example, “matzati et sh’ahavanafshi” (I have found that which my soul loves). This too is a biblical verse, and it may speak to you more than the others. If that is the case, certainly go for it!

Don’t forget to know all of your options when it comes to choosing an inscription for your Hebrew wedding ring. You are sure to find one that speaks to you. Good luck!

Your Magical Jewish Wedding Bands

The uniqueness of a Jewish wedding band is just as unique as our styles and available selection. Just picture it; you, the bride and groom, are standing under the wedding canopy. It is one of the holiest and most monumental and important moments in your lives.You are about to embark on a glorious future together. 

You sought each other out and are committed to creating the future together and continuing the Jewish heritage. The Jewish wedding band is what ties it all together. It’s what connects the bride to the groom in that magical way. Come have a look and see what magical options we provide for that special ring.

Let’s start with 14k gold. We don’t simply have 14k gold Hebrew wedding bands, although that would be magical enough. We offer a huge selection in various styles and colors. Do you like yellow gold? Or do you prefer white gold? Perhaps rose gold is what suits you best? Well, have no fear, because we have them all. And if you can’t decide which shade of gold is best for you, we have combination rings, featuring yellow and white gold, white and rose gold, or all three types of gold on one Jewish wedding band.

Gold is not your color? Or perhaps your budget doesn’t allow for gold? Then go for sterling silver. We carry the finest quality silver Hebrew wedding bands in as many styles as you can think of (plus more!). Shiny silver, textured silver, oxidized silver, you name it. We also carry combination silver and gold rings that will still fit into your non-golden budget.

But it doesn’t end there. The magic is just beginning. It’s time to choose your inscription. An occasion as momentous as a wedding deserves an inscription that is full of meaning and tradition. And you are in luck, because the inscriptions that we offer are exactly that: meaningful and traditional. Perhaps you will go for the most popular verse, “Ani LedodiVedodi Li” (I am to my beloved as my beloved is to me). 

This is the biblical verse that describes G-d’s love for his people. Or you may want to try something like “zedodiv’zere’I” (this is my beloved and this is my friend). This is also a verse from the Song of Songs, written by King Solomon. Perhaps to mark the occasion, you may choose to inscribe your ring with “harei at mekudeshet li” (behold you are sanctified to me). This is the verse that is uttered by the groom as he slips the ring onto the bride’s finger under the wedding canopy. Or you may for a more general message, such as, “Am yisrael chai” (the nation of Israel lives) or “shemayisrael” (hear o’ Israel).

Whichever one you choose, amongst the myriad verses, styles, colors, and types of Jewish wedding bands that we offer, we’re sure it will be a big hit. We wish you much success in all your future endeavors.

How to Choose Jewish Rings for Women

Planning a wedding is such an exciting thing – you get engaged, start talking about dates, what time of year you've always wanted to get married in, venues, and before you know it - endless lists begin to pile up. And of course the bride's list is ever-so-long and seems everlasting. But don't fret, we're here to help simplify one really important task – choosing a wedding ring for the bride, in this particular case a Hebrew wedding band. 

Here are the general steps:

1. Choose a base metal for the ring.
2. Select a Hebrew inscription
3. Decide on a ring style
4. Order the correct size

Now let's drill down into them a little more:

      1. Choosing the metal used for your base ring

We start with the basics: the physical ring. According to Jewish tradition a bride's wedding ring has to be worth a Pruta, an ancient coin that was a measure of something of value. For example, making a ring out of a thread or a blade of grass may be romantic, but it's not worth a Pruta and therefore cannot be used as a valid Jewish wedding ring.

For this reason, in ancient times in was acceptable that a wedding ring be made of a precious metal, almost always gold. Now this is a metal worth quite a bit! Although, with the course of time, also silver became acceptable for Jewish rings for woman.

Ok, so now you have to consider your particular bride and ask yourself which metal would suit her better – gold or silver? If you pick silver your life just got a little easier, but if you're going to opt for gold, you'll also have to decide which color gold would be best for your wife's Hebrew wedding band: yellow gold, white gold, or rose gold? Or perhaps a combination of 2 or all 3 colors?

If you and your bride-to-be have discussed this before, you may already have your answer. Otherwise, if you're going to be choosing on your own, consider what kind of jewelry she wears now. Yellow gold is classic, white gold has shiny brilliance, and rose gold gives a tinge of vintage-feel to most rings. Think what your lady would like best.

    2. Select a beautiful Hebrew inscription

The next step in selecting Jewish rings for women is considering which inscription you want the ring to have on it. The most popular inscriptions for Hebrew wedding bands are either biblical, or they come from traditional old Hebrew texts.

The most famous and most popular is "Ani LedodiV'Dodi Li" – meaning "I am to my beloved as my beloved is to me". The quote is taken from the biblical Song of Songs, traditionally believed to have been written by King Solomon, son on King David, some nearly 3000 years ago. That's one for eternal love!

Another well-known quote used for wedding rings inscriptions is "This is my beloved, and this is my friend." Also eternal words from King Solomon, many feel that their spouses are their best friends as well as true loves. So this may be a perfect inscription for your bride's Hebrew wedding band.

A third popular choice of inscription is "When I go forth to seek you, I find you seeking me." This is a quote from a famous poem by Yehuda HaLevi dating back to the middle ages. Naturally the reason this is a popular inscription is because it shows mutuality in a relationship between spouses and their yearning for each other, wanting to help and do for one another. There are more options to consider, check in with your jeweler who you''ll be purchasing from.

   3. Deciding on a ring style

Well, you'd think "I know what metal, I know which inscription, how much more complicated can it get?" Just a little more – but we'll simplify it for you. You can have the inscription you've chosen for your fiancée's Hebrew wedding band appear on the ring in one of the following ways:

• Engraved or etched classically into the ring
• Cut-out of the metal, creating a "window" in the ring so that her finger can be seen through it
• Elevated above the band's surface, giving the ring another dimension

Ah, yes, and don't forget there are spinning rings available too – where your wife will be able to spin the ring to view the entire inscription without needed to take it off her finger.

Some women find that this is an important feature for Jewish rings for women, because they like to be able to look at the ring, reminisce about their wedding, or read words of love on their rings and be able to carry those words with them at all times. Another style element to consider is embellishments.

Today you can have a Hebrew wedding band studded with diamonds or other semi precious stones. Such bands are great for studding because there re spaces between each word that give you just enough space to add a stone. If you're bride likes diamonds you could add those in. How about studding the ring with stones o her favorite color? Now that's an idea!

4. Sizing the ring correctly

So this may be last on our list but it is super-super important. You're going to so much trouble with wedding preparations, and the ceremony is going to be so meaningful and special – why put a damper on things with the wrong size ring? A woman wants to wear her wedding ring from the ceremony onward, without having to go to a jeweler, part with the ring, have the ring resized, go pick it up again, and all that jazz. What a headache.

Do yourself a favor – make sure to order the right size ring and save a lot of heartache.

This is especially important with a Hebrew wedding band because you have word-spacing to consider. If the ring needs to be made smaller – there may be 2 words with not enough space between them; and if the ring needs to be enlarged – the words may be too far apart. So try to be as exact as possible with your size.

Also, make sure that if you're ordering a wide Jewish Ring for a woman, you need to allow a little extra space for the ring to go over her knuckle, so you may need a half size larger. It's best to have your fiancée's ring sized by a reputable jeweler to ensure you have the right size.

Now all you have to actually do is get married – Mazal Tov!

The Tale of Men’s Hebrew Rings

We’ve had so many people contact us about buying men’s Hebrew rings. People from the USA, Canada, Australia, the UK, and even the occasional customer from the Far East. It’s amazing to see that Men’s Hebrew Rings are popular worldwide, and not only with Hebrew Speakers. Since Hebrew is the original language of the Bible, many men find a spiritual connection to the Hebrew language, without even recognizing the block read-right-to-left letters that make up the inscriptions on these rings.

In fact, we’ve had customers order men’s Hebrew rings from non-Hebrew or non-English speaking countries too. Men have ordered Hebrew rings from us who reside in the Philippines, Kenya, Russia, Holland, and Brazil. So it would seem that men’s Hebrew rings have much of an appeal worldwide. And although these rings are often referred to as “Jewish rings”, they are not necessarily Jewish at all. They are only called this because of the connection to the ancient texts of the Hebrew Bible.

Probably the appeal stems from wanting to have a constant reminder or either love, G-d, or a greater, higher, and stronger power that pushes us to live and do good in the world. Especially with a beloved partner to the long winding road that is life. This is why men’s Hebrew rings are often bought as wedding rings or friendship rings.

The more couple-oriented inscriptions are the famous My Beloved rings that say “I am to My Beloved as My Beloved is to Me” (Ani LedodiVeDodi Li in Hebrew) on them. Other popular couples’ inscription are “I found whom my soul loves” (Matzati Et SheAhavaNafshi) and “This is My Beloved and This is My Friend” (Ze Dodi VeZeRe’i).

Other inscriptions often selected for men’s Hebrew rings are “May the Lord Bless and Keep You” (Yevarechecha Hashem VeYishmerecha in Hebrew) and “Trust in the Lord with all your heart” (Betach El Hashem BecholLibcha).

Despite the fact that men could actually wear any style Hebrew ring, naturally men’s taste differs to women’s taste and so certain designs are made for men specifically. Most often men’s Hebrew rings will not include very wide rings – as many of the women’s rings – because men usually prefer a more understated style on their fingers.

A great example of this is a 14k white gold Jewish ring that is a thin band, not at all wide, and the inscription written on it is etched by a laser engraving. The great advantages of such a ring are that it won’t get in a way of any man’s daily tasks, it’s understated yet present enough to be noticed, and the laser engraved inscription is done in an elegant Hebrew font which is not too flashy.

This 14k white gold Jewish ring is also available in yellow gold for any man who’s in the market for the more classic look. In shopping for men’s Hebrew rings one often find rings that are made from a certain metal or a certain color, for example – silver, gold, platinum, and rose, white, or yellow gold. Men should remember that any vendor or jeweler may have their chosen ring available in a variety of colors and materials. All one has to do is ask.