Mother of Pearl earrings - Dove

Mother of Pearl earrings – Dove

$6.50

These beautiful earrings are handcrafted by Bethlehem’s local artisans according to the age-old Palestinian tradition of carving Mother of Pearl.

18 in stock

Description

The dove is a universal symbol of peace, but for Christians, it also represents the Holy Spirit, who descended upon Jesus in the form a dove (Matthew 3:16). With graceful elegance, these earrings remind the wearer of the peace of Christ, and the strength of the Spirit.

About this Traditional Palestinian Craft

The making of jewellery and decorative items from Mother of Pearl is perhaps Bethlehem’s oldest and most established industry. The practice supposedly came to Bethlehem in the 15th century with the arrival of Franciscan friars. Locals soon mastered the art and made a modest living selling handmade items to the many pilgrims who streamed into Bethlehem. Traditionally, the sea shells and abalone were brought in from the Port of Aqaba on the Red Sea. However, now they are imported from Australia, California, New Zealand, and Brazil. Palestinian Christians, particularly the Zoughbi family in Bethlehem, have often received international recognition for their mastery of this art form.

 

Additional information

Weight 0.01 kg
Dimensions 2 × 2 cm

OUR MISSION

The Bethlehem Bible College Gift Shop wants to improve God’s kingdom in Bethlehem by supporting the local Christian community through:

1. PARTNERING

Partnering with local craftsmen, artisans, and non-profit organizations.

2. SHARING

Sharing their stories with other Christians around the world.

3. GIVING

Giving all our proceeds to provide scholarships at Bethlehem Bible College.

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