The parcel-gilt interior of this silver filigree cup has engravings of the names of the four rivers that flowed from the Garden of Eden. The names are arranged in 26 way and, according to Kabbalah, create a powerful blessing of health, prosperity, and a long life when wine is drunk from the cup.
Place of origin: Israel
1940s
Silver
5.6 x 2.6in
K_0214
Image and text © The Temple, Congregation B'nai Jehudah, 2020
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The Michael Klein Collection at The Temple, Congregation B'nai Jehudah
Permanent collection
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