Kulbersh acknowledged that some view the use of Jewish religious symbols by non-Jews as problematic — or even cultural appropriation. He emphasized that Project Menorah is different.
The contrast between the re-creation of the arch, which displayed the menorah as a symbol of Roman triumph over Judaism, and its later appropriation as a national Jewish symbol is stark.
Within the Holy Temple in Jerusalem was a menorah, a candelabra with seven branches. It’s one of the oldest and most important symbols in Judaism. The story goes that, when looking for oil to ...
Galomb said that the menorah represents freedom of religion for everyone, not just those of the Jewish faith. “It’s a symbol of freedom and it’s a holiday for everyone to celebrate,” he said.
The 10-euro coin celebrates 2020’s labeling in Lithuania as the Year of the Gaon of Vilna and Jewish Heritage” and features a menorah atop a local symbol known as the Columns of Gediminas ...
Archaeologists in Jerusalem have discovered a 1,700-year-old oil lamp decorated with rare Jewish ... unique menorah — a surprise given that the Roman Empire had tried to suppress the religion ...