The Abulafia (‘El Transito’) Synagogue in Toledo, Spain and the family's heraldic heritage Today we will explore a famous monument to the achievements of the Jewish Sephardic community and what it can tell us about the heraldic heritage of its founder, his family and by extension, of the Jews of Spain. The Abulafia Synagogue inContinue reading "The Synagogue and the Seal"
Daniel ben Samuel
'The Champion of Emblazon' Today’s post is a look at one specific Jewish Armorial Insignia, and will hopefully be the first in a series. This story takes us back to the 14th century of the common era. An armiger is someone who bears armorial bearings, by grant, registration or assumption. Some armigers are happy toContinue reading "Daniel ben Samuel"
Glossary: general terms
In this post we will present the translation we offer to a number of basic terms in the field of heraldry. These are really basic terms to adapt the Hebrew-speaking reader to the level of recognition and description of Europeans in this field. We will not go into the more artistic terms, so as notContinue reading "Glossary: general terms"
Heraldry Intro
Hello Readers, Heraldry is an Art form and a bit of a Science, as it includes a somewhat regimented language (or Jargon) all its own. It touches on subjects such as Pedigree (Genealogy), Etiquette, Protocol, Sigillography (Seals), Honors & Decorations, Calligraphy etc., some of which are still strictly considered scientific studies. Heraldry itself is sadlyContinue reading "Heraldry Intro"
Introduction
Hello Readers, In our posts, we will aim to introduce the subjects of Heraldry and its usage by members of the Jewish People, the claim for a Jewish and Hebrew Heraldry as a distinct type or brand of it, and related matters and news. We encourage anyone with an interest in the subject of HeraldryContinue reading "Introduction"
THE HEBREW HERALD 