Every person who has gotten married knows that one of the most exciting yet difficult tasks is choosing the wedding rings. Today there is a huge range of wedding rings, from simple bands and antique style to Jewish wedding rings and more.
In the jewelry market, there are endless designs, shapes and sizes of these rings. So any person is guaranteed to find a ring to his or her liking, regardless of their preferable style.
One of the most beautiful forms of wedding rings is the Jewish wedding rings. These rings are so gorgeous it really is no wonder their popularity has been on the rise during the past years, as is the case with other Jewish jewelry products.
The most famous ring in this category is probably the Ani L'Dodi ring. Although these rings come in a variety of designs they have one thing in common. Each ring is decorated with famous verses from the Song of Song and other bible books, all of which speak of love and yearning. Although many verses can be used, including – ''Matzati et Sh'ahava Nafshi (I have found he who my soul loves), ''Ba'Asher Tel'Chi Elech'' (Where thou shall go I shall go), ''Ahavat Olam Ahavatech'' (My love for you is everlasting), ''Tiyhe Nafshi K'shura Benafshech'' (May our souls be intertwined), and the famous "If I forget thee O' Jerusalem", perhaps the most common verse is the lovely one written by King Solomon - ''Ani L'dodi V'dodi Li'' (I am to my beloved and my beloved is to me). This obviously is the reason that these rings are also referred to as Ani L'Dodi rings.
As written, Jewish wedding rings are available in many designs. One can find beautiful two toned rings, spinning rings, diamond rings, rings with hammered texture, rings with brushed gold finish and more. Often these rings are made of gold making them more prestigious and long lasting in their beauty. However, one can also find silver Ani L'Dodi rings and silver and gold rings. One design which is repeated in many of the rings is having the base of the ring in one metal and tone, and the letters of the verse in another metal or tone, such as white and yellow gold, gold and silver etc.
The verses which are engraved onto the rings are full of meaning. They often depict the love and yearning between G-d and the Jewish people, a relationship which is duplicated on a much smaller and simpler level in this world, between a husband and a wife. There is nothing more amazing and appropriate than receiving such a fabulous wedding ring filled with such deep meaning.
Another form of Jewish wedding rings is the Kabala rings. These unique rings enjoy a fantastic shape being round on the inside yet square on the outside. The square shape represents the home while the round shape represents the infinity of the marriage.
With the growing popularity of the kabala, these kabala rings are perfect for anyone who wishes to feel more connected to the spiritual mystical side of Judaism.
In conclusion, perhaps the most important thing to remember is to undergo this process with joy, patience and excitement. This is the key to finding those special Jewish wedding rings you have always dreamed of.
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