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ELD4898050 Judaism: the way of leading the spouses of the Law home - a representation of the procession by which the community honoured, at the feast of Simhat Torah, those who had been chosen, one to bless the reading of the last passage of the Torah and the other to bless the beginning of a new annual cycle of reading the Pentateuch (How the couple of the Law is conducted home during the Simchat Torah or Simhath Torah (also Simkhes Toreh) Engraving from " Illustration de ceremonies et customs religieuses de tous les peuples du monde" by Bernard Picart (1723-1743) 1819 Private collection by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); (add.info.: Judaism: the way of leading the spouses of the Law home - a representation of the procession by which the community honoured, at the feast of Simhat Torah, those who had been chosen, one to bless the reading of the last passage of the Torah and the other to bless the beginning of a new annual cycle of reading the Pentateuch (How the couple of the Law is conducted home during the Simchat Torah or Simhath Torah (also Simkhes Toreh) Engraving from " Illustration de ceremonies et customs religieuses de tous les peuples du monde" by Bernard Picart (1723-1743) 1819 Private collection); Photo eThe Holbarn Archive; French, out of copyright
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This print captures a significant moment in the Jewish tradition of Simhat Torah. The image depicts a procession that honors two individuals chosen to bless the reading of the last passage of the Torah and mark the beginning of a new annual cycle of reading the Pentateuch. The engraving, taken from Bernard Picart's "Illustration de ceremonies et customs religieuses de tous les peuples du monde" showcases how this couple, known as "the spouses of the Law" is conducted home during Simhat Torah. The community comes together to celebrate and pay tribute to these individuals who hold such an important role in their religious practices. The scene exudes reverence and devotion as participants follow behind this honored couple, symbolizing their commitment to upholding Jewish law and teachings. It serves as a visual representation of Judaism's deep-rooted traditions and rituals that have been passed down through generations. Through this photograph, we are transported back in time, gaining insight into how communities celebrated Simhat Torah centuries ago. The attention to detail in Picart's work allows us to appreciate not only the significance but also the beauty associated with this festive occasion. As we observe this image today, it serves as a reminder of Judaism's rich cultural heritage and its enduring commitment to honoring sacred texts while fostering unity within its community.
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