The grape and wine are one of the symbols of the Land of Israel and the Jewish people.  The blessing of the wine is an integral and important part of all Jewish ceremonies and events – weddings, births, bar and bat mitzvah and, the Shabbat. “Blessed art Thou, Lord our God, King of the universe, Creator of the fruit of the vine.”

"Blessed art Thou, LORD our God, King of the universe, who brings forth bread from the earth" is the traditional blessing made by Jews before eating bread.  It is also one of the most significant blessings in the Jewish religion, one said by the head of the household before any festive meal. In the desert, after the Exodus from Egypt, the manna did not fall on Shabbat. Instead, a double portion fell on Friday. By using two loaves of challah at Shabbat meal, we remind ourselves of the sanctity of Shabbat and that God will provide for our material needs! (Exodus 16:4-30).

Shabbat is a day of special significance for the Jewish man and his family.  It is a time when they gather together to welcome in the Shabbat with song and prayer.  This set contains the essential elements of Jewish tradition that will help you lead your family in the joyful celebration of Shabbat. 

In every Jewish home, the woman is central to the families spiritual life. On Shabbat, it is the woman, the wife, the mother who we honor and thank for her role in maintaining the family and our age long tradition.