Netilat Yadayim refers to the ritual pouring of water over the hands, performed upon waking and before eating bread.
Its origin is rooted in both Jewish law and ancient Temple practice.
Awakening into consciousness : according to Kabbalah, during sleep the soul partially ascends to higher realms. Upon waking, the return of the soul is a moment of renewal.The water removes the subtle residue of night and marks a threshold.
Elevation of action : by pouring water and lifting the hands, we acknowledge that our actions can be channels of blessing, rather than merely functional movements. Our hands express our inner world through outward activity. They build, touch, hold, give, receive.
Balance of giving and holding : in kabbalistic symbolism : the right hand represents Hesed - compassion, generosity, expansion; the left hand represents Gevurah - boundaries, discernment, structure. Through Netilat Yadayim, these two forces are brought into harmony. We learn to act with heart and clarity, warmth and intention.
Size / Dimensions: 12,7cm Diameter 9,5cm
Material / Composition: 100% Glazed Ceramic
Handmade by artisans in India. Potential slight variations of shape, color and dimension should be considered as natural particularities of a hand-crafted production process. Each Maison Rahel ceramic piece is handcrafted and kiln-fired at high temperatures. Due to the thickness of the ceramic and the natural firing process, slight variations or small marks may appear; these are inherent to artisanal production and do not affect the strength, durability, or quality of the piece.
