$17.00 incl. VAT
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Hand-made from the finest Jerusalem – Bethlehem Olive Wood by skilled Palestinian artisans, these Misbaha Prayer Beads (known as “Misbaha” or “Masbaha”, مِسْبَحَة) embody timeless beauty and profound significance. Consisting of 33 rounded olive wood spheres, they symbolize both the age of Jesus Christ, who lived 33 years, and hold special importance for Muslims, who go through them three times, representing the 99 names of God (اللّٰه).
Beyond their spiritual value, Palestinians use these prayer beads daily for meditation, stress release, and in the lively Dabke (Dabka) dance during joyous weddings and festive occasions. Discover the sacred traditions and artistry of Palestine with Olive Wood Oasis® prayer beads, a genuine piece of Palestine that unites the religious practices of Christians and Muslims.
$17.00 incl. VAT
In stock
Hand-made from the finest Jerusalem – Bethlehem Olive Wood by skilled Palestinian artisans, these Misbaha Prayer Beads (known as “Misbaha” or “Masbaha”, مِسْبَحَة) embody timeless beauty and profound significance. Consisting of 33 rounded olive wood spheres, they symbolize both the age of Jesus Christ, who lived 33 years, and hold special importance for Muslims, who go through them three times, representing the 99 names of God (اللّٰه).
Beyond their spiritual value, Palestinians use these prayer beads daily for meditation, stress release, and in the lively Dabke (Dabka) dance during joyous weddings and festive occasions. Discover the sacred traditions and artistry of Palestine with Olive Wood Oasis® prayer beads, a genuine piece of Palestine that unites the religious practices of Christians and Muslims.
Every Prayer Bead Misbaha is unique, handmade by numerous small workshops, and renowned across Palestine; Olive Wood Prayer Beads combine the sacredness of the olive tree and a celebratory dimension of Palestinian culture.
The purchase of these prayer beads supports local Palestinian farmers who harvest and trim the trees, and the families who own and take care of the land as well as the artisans and workshops who craft the prayer beads. Olive trees are not cut for their wood due to their sacredness within the Palestinian community. Instead, off-cuts from the annual pruning and trimming are used to produce the handicrafts. The olive wood is known for its distinctive quality, durability and is naturally antimicrobial.
The olive tree is deeply rooted in Palestinian culture. The light of the olive oil lamp is traditionally a symbol of God who is the light of the world; the olive tree is considered the blessed tree and its branches are a symbol of peace. The importance of the olive tree is best described by Mahmoud Darwish, Palestine’s most renowned poet, when referring to the political reality “If the olive trees knew the hands that planted them, their oil would become tears.” Throughout generations, Palestinians have used almost every aspect of that tree: from olives to olive oil, to olive oil soap, and to olive wood handicraft. Not a drop or branch of the tree is wasted, and so many Palestinian families live off its blessings.
Due to high demand, we allow one kufiya per order. However, you are welcome to add non-kufiya items to your order from the Palestinian artisans we support and promote, saving on shipping costs. See more Palestinian brands here.
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