The Seven Species are each mentioned in the Hebrew Bible as special foods indigenous to the Land of Israel. According to the Mishnah, only the first fruits from harvests of the Seven Species could be brought to the Temple as offerings. Today, the Seven Species are an integral part of Israeli and Jewish cuisine, and also feature in holiday celebrations - especially for Tu BiShvat, Rosh Hashanah, and Sukkot - and are considered an important symbol of Eretz Yisrael, the Land of Israel.
These special species of produce - pomegranates, figs, dates, olives, wheat, barley, and grapes - are commonly featured as decorative motifs on Judaica and Jewish art, including on housewarming or wedding gifts. Adorning your home with the Seven Species is a beautiful way to connect to the Land of Israel and to our Biblical tradition!
We have rounded up ten of our favorite items from our collection of Seven Species gifts made by Israeli artists and uniquely inspired by these special fruits and grains. Find your favorite, and add the beauty of Biblical art to your home like never before!
1. Jordana Klein Seven Species Glass Challah Tray
Handmade in Jerusalem by acclaimed artist Jordana Klein, this colorful challah tray is made from tempered glass and adorned with vibrant depictions of the Seven Species. It'll be a gorgeous way to serve challah at your next holiday or shabbat dinner, and also doubles as an elegant piece of art that can be displayed when not in use! Brimming with beautiful style and Biblical meaning, this challah board also makes an excellent wedding or housewarming gift.
2. Seven Species Canvas Wall Art
This lovely piece of Biblical home art features the famous Seven Species along with the line from Deuteronomy 8:8 that lists them as special to the Land of Israel, in both Hebrew and English. You'll receive the artwork printed on canvas and ready to hang in any room, in your choice from a range of sizes available. Don't miss this Judaica Webstore exclusive from Jerusalem design studio Modern Shtetl, and take it home for yourself or as a special gift for a loved one.
3. Jordana Klein Seven Species Kiddush Cup
Another beautiful piece of Judaica from Israeli artist Jordana Klein is this vibrant Kiddush cup showing the Biblical Seven Species. It's crafted right in Israel out of ceramic and silver leaf, and comes with a matching saucer to prevent spills. You'll be able to start your shabbat and holiday meals with color and flair, in addition to a special Biblical meaning and a connection to the Land of Israel!
4. Dorit Judaica Pomegranate Mezuzah Case
For a wonderful blend of Biblical tradition with contemporary Israeli art, you can't go wrong with this beautiful pomegranate mezuzah case from religious designer Dorit Judaica. Made from lightweight acrylic and aluminum, it features a vibrant pomegranate motif set against a striking red background and topped by the Hebrew letter Shin to represent one of God's Divine Names. A kosher mezuzah scroll can also be purchased at an additional cost. This magnificent mezuzah makes a wonderful gift for a housewarming, wedding, holiday, or any other special occasion!
Want to know what makes a mezuzah kosher? Read our guide here.
5. Seven Species Interactive Educational Puzzle
Teach the little ones in your family about the Seven Species with this fun and educational puzzle! It's made right in Israel out of recyclable, laser-cut wood, and features puzzle pieces for each of the seven special fruits and grains, along with their names and explanations of their significance in both Hebrew and English. It'll make a thoughtful gift for a child or grandchild, and is beautiful enough to display as a work of art when not in use.
6. Yair Emanuel Seven Species Kiddush Cup Set (Choice of Design)
Don't miss a unique way of incorporating Biblical tradition into your home and your holiday traditions, with this Seven Species Kiddush cup set by the renowned Israeli designer Yair Emanuel! Made of sturdy stainless steel in an elegant hammered finish, this exceptional Kiddush cup is decorated with a Seven Species motif of your choice: grapes or pomegranates. Either option will add a touch of Biblical art and modern Israeli design to your Jewish rituals in a lovely way.
7. Handmade Seven Species Ceramic Plaque Wall Hanging
Delicately handcrafted and painted in the family-owned Israeli studio Art in Clay, this ceramic plaque depicts each of the Seven Species alongside their Hebrew and English names. The plaque is glazed at a high temperature and features 24K gold decorations, all combined to create a truly stunning and special work of art. The artwork can be hung on a wall or placed in its accompanying stand, and comes with a unique serial number and stamp of authenticity on the back, along with an informational booklet about the artists.
8. David Fisher Seven Species Home Blessing (Choice of Colors)
Made right in Jerusalem by artist David Fisher, this phenomenal home blessing wall hanging combines the traditional art of paper cutting with modern laser technology. It features a Jewish blessing for the home in both Hebrew and English, along with beautiful depictions of the Seven Species and a floral motif. Choose from blue, green, or red for the background color, and get yourself or a loved one a meaningful piece of home art that's sure to be treasured for many years to come!
9. Seven Species Raw Silk Embroidered Challah Cover
This gorgeous challah cover from acclaimed Judaica artist Yair Emanuel is made from raw silk and embroidered with colorful depictions of the Seven Species, along with famous Hebrew verses related to shabbat. Designed right in the Holy City of Jerusalem, it's sure to brighten up any holiday or shabbat meal where you serve challah, in addition to being a vibrant and beautiful work of art on its own.
10. Gold-Plated Seven Species Peace In The Home Wall Hanging - Hebrew
Fill your home with warmth, faith, and blessing with this Designer Gold-Plated Peace in the Home Wall Hanging by famous Israeli designer Dorit Judaica. Featuring the Seven Species of Israel and heartfelt Hebrew verses of protection and peace, it brings the spirit of Eretz Yisrael and the beauty of Torah into your home or office. A cherished gift for weddings or housewarmings, this piece is more than décor, it’s a daily reminder of Hashem’s presence and the serenity we pray for in every Jewish home
Check out the rest of our Seven Species gifts from Israel here!
