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Royal Vows
"Go out and see, daughters of Zion, the King shlomo; in the crown which His mother
has made Him, on the day of His wedding, and on the day that his Heart Rejoices."
The above verse is the transliteration that surrounds the Ketubah. This verse can be found in the song
of songs. (chapter 3 verse 11) Shlomo, refers to Israel in this verse as His mother Shlomo, through
Divine inspiration, refers to Israel's spiritual leadership in this verse as being God's great love
for Israel. "on the day of His wedding" - the Mishnah explains: this refers to when the Torah was
given. "the day that His heart rejoices". - refers to when the Beth Hamikdash was built.
Royal Vows was originally painted on parchment. The splendour of a royal wedding is perfectly reflected
in this regal Ketubah. Radiant peacocks, blooming flowers, fanciful text describing Shlomo's wedding
come together to create this exciting Ketubah.
Artist: Nava Shoham
Dimensions: 27" x 19"
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