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More than a Gift - A Holiday Journey with Gifts from Israel
- Noa Zion PhD.
- 6 days ago
- 4 min read
A song for the seasons – a gift for the soul From the hills of the Galilee to hearts around the world.
Why We Give – The Meaning of Holiday Gifts
Holidays are not like other days.
They mark the rhythm of the year —moments of pause, reflection, and renewal.
They invite us to step out of routine and step into something shared.
That’s why we give gifts during the holidays.
Because a holiday is a time when meaning deepens, and giving becomes a way to honor it.
We visit family.
We gather with friends.
We sit at tables full of tradition.
And we bring something with us —not just out of courtesy,
but to add flavor, warmth, and intention.
Our gifts are made for these moments.
They reflect the holiday itself: symbols of abundance at Rosh Hashanah (The Jewish new year), light and olive oil in winter, renewal and connection in spring.
Giving gifts from Israel means bringing more than a gesture — it means bringing something rooted, thoughtful, and true.
A way to say: this holiday matters.
Let’s make it beautiful — together.
Rosh Hashanah (The Jewish new year) A New Year of Abundance
The year begins in gold.
Not from coins — but from the skin of a fruit.
Not from glitter — but from nature’s quiet magic.
In Israel, Rosh Hashanah is a time to pause, reflect, and bless.
We gather around the table with sweetness on our tongues and hopes in our hearts.
And we give gifts from Israel — gifts that carry ancient meanings and modern grace.
Our most beloved creation?
A scented sachet — small, but filled with wonder.
It’s dyed from real Galilee pomegranate peels, using ecodye, a technique where red becomes gold, and simplicity becomes a treasure.
Stamped by our textile artist in gold or silver, the pomegranate design on each sachet is a wish in fabric form: May you prosper. May your year be full.
But there is more:
Pomegranate charm bracelets and necklaces, holding ancient blessings
Hand-painted Mezuzahs with delicate fruit and leaf designs
Mini ceramic pomegranates by Raja Atallah — tiny and full of soul
Olive oil soaps and candles, made with oil from our grove
Galilean honey and jam — because sweetness belongs at every beginning
These are not just souvenirs.
These are Gifts from Israel — echoes of tradition, touched by hand, sent with love.
Winter Holidays – Light and Wonder
(Hanukkah & Christmas)
Then comes winter.
The days grow short,
but the stories grow long.
We remember miracles,
we light flames,
we share.
For Hanukkah, we send candles —especially our Olive Oil Candle,
infused with oil from trees that have seen centuries.
It glows with the memory of the Temple,
of a single jar of oil that burned eight days.
This candle is part of our soul
.It is handmade, scented, and wrapped with care.
It tells a story — one of resilience,of hope that outlives logic.
Our winter gifts from Israel also include:
Natural home sprays and sachets that bring a Galilean scent into every room
Olive oil soaps that nourish gently
Date spread, jam, and wildflower honey, collected under winter sun
And for Christmas, when the world dreams of peace —we send the Galilee in a box:
fragrance, flavor, flame.The light of the land. The warmth of intention.These are Gifts from Israel that cross oceansand reach hearts — Jewish, Christian, anyone who loves something real.
Spring Holidays – Renewal and Community
(Passover & Easter)
Then comes spring.
The almond trees bloom,the earth softens,and the spirit stirs.
Passover and Easter each tell stories of freedom —of leaving what no longer serves,of walking toward light.
And what do we give? gifts from Israel that awaken.
That remind us of soil, of symbols, of soul.
Our Biblical Experience Gift Set is one such gift —It includes olive oil, local herbs, traditional foods,and handmade light. It invites connection — between people, between traditions,between now and then.
We also offer spring gifts inspired by the olive tree:
Renewal boxes for homes filled with scent and peace
Natural sachets and oil blends for calm
Herbal infusions for shared moments at the table
Spring is for remembering who we are —and for sharing that memory with others.
That’s what Gifts from Israel do best.
A Gift that Connects – The Heart of Gifts from Israel
Whether it's Rosh Hashanah, Hanukkah, Easter, or Passover — holidays are about connection.Our Gifts from Israel are more than beautiful objects; they are bridges between people, places, and stories.Handcrafted in the Galilee, each gift carries the scents, symbols, and spirit of this unique land.
Some bring the Galilee into the home through natural fragrances and design,and others offer a shared experience — a moment of joy for a family, a community, a table.
If you’re looking to give something meaningful this holiday, let these gifts speak for you — with beauty, depth, and authenticity from Israel