Silber als Symbol der Thora
Silver as a symbol of Torah

Summary/Abstract: This article explores the symbolic meaning of silver in Jewish culture, especially in relation to the Torah and its adornments. The author argues that silver, unlike gold, represents the highest and purest spiritual value of God's love and grace, as expressed in the Kabbalah and the works of Rabbi Löw-Maharal. The author also discusses the historical and religious reasons for the exclusive use of silver for the Torah ornaments, and the different categories of these ornaments according to their sacredness. The article illustrates the influence of Kabbalah and mysticism on the Jewish art and philosophy of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, especially in Prague.

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