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Pasternak-Shienbaum Orthodox Ketubah The overall design of this ketubah is similar to one from Ancona, Italy, of 1772. The first word “B’echad,” which means on the first day, is done in 23 karat gold leaf on top of gesso. The first row around the text is based on the Medieval motif of white-vine work surrounded by a yellow background. Next is another white-vine work with cutwork surrounding an Aramaic text (Sephardic Hebrew & astrological) in gold gouache, which translates as: With a good sign and a lovely constellation, with the help of heaven, the sign of light, the sign of blessing, the sign of joy. At the four corners, there are flowers of Israel in the 4 seasons: |
At the top of the ketubah is a representative of the tree of life or Etz Hayyim. The marriage date of February 16, 2003 is included in a roundel. More branches of this tree extends onto the sides. In addition, there are pomegranates and grapes. In the 2 roundels on the left and right are the constellations of the groom and the bride. At the bottom is a scene of Jerusalem. The outside border contains the seventh wedding blessing in Hebrew. It begins at top right and moves to top left and circles the artwork. It translates: Praised by Thou, O Lord our God, King of the universe, who has created joy and gladness, bride and groom, rejoicing, song, pleasure and delight, love and harmony, peace and companionship. Soon may there be heard in the cities of Judah and in the streets of Jerusalem, voices of joy and gladness, voices of the bride and groom, the jubilant voices of those joined in marriage under the bridal canopy, the voices of young people feasting and singing. |
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