Simply putting on a necklace with a Jewish symbol today has become especially meaningful—an announcement of affiliation and pride. So, too, is the lighting of the menorah each night of Hanukkah. From jewelry to Judaica to home goods, these gift items proudly celebrate our community and support for Israel as well as honor the sorrow and resilience of this past year. 

A Winning Hand

Calling all Jewish mah jongg players: The Menschie Mahjong set has everything you love about the game, but with a unique twist. The hand-painted tiles feature Jewish themes. The green dragon tile depicts a menorah; the crack shows cracked pieces of matzah (naturally); and the joker has a bubbe offering soup. Designed by Dallas-based Goldielox—a company named after owner Vivien Judson’s affection for both Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir and smoked fish—the brightly colored luxury set, Judson says, is an homage to the deep Jewish connection to the Chinese game (from $275).

A Drink to Remember

In collaboration with the families of men and women abducted by Hamas, Israel-based Wine on the Vine has developed a selection of wines to raise awareness and express solidarity with the hostages and their families. Each bottle in its Wines of Hope series features a photograph and a personal story of a hostage. Among those highlighted are Noa Argamani, rescued in June, and Agam Berger, still in Gaza. A percentage of the proceeds supports the Hostages Families Forum (from $50 per bottle).

Out of the Box

HaSod in Tel Aviv is committed to helping Israeli small businesses impacted by the war through their individual gift boxes, including a number that feature foods and products from the ravaged North and South (from $99) as well as curated subscription boxes (from $75 per quarter).

Needlework Bouquet

Jerusalem-based Dorit Judaica specializes in colorful, intricate laser-cut metal pieces. Her Floral Harmony Menorah echoes the look of embroidered flowers for a bright, homey feel (from $110)

Light in 3-D

Tel Aviv-based Armadillo Judaica Lovers specializes in working with modern 3-D technology and geometric forms and repeating shapes for its innovative Judaica. its latest menorah, a 2024 Etsy Design Award finalist, is created using a clay 3-D printer. The menorah’s sleek repeating vase silhouette is a nod to the olive oil vessel that, as told in the story of the miracle of Hanukkah, was found by the victorious Maccabees and its oil used to light the menorah in the Temple in Jerusalem. Available in blue, emerald or graphite (from $188). 

Get Tagged

Miriam Merenfeld’s Words jewelry collection is a collaboration with podcaster and marketing expert Eitan Chitayat, creator of the #I’mThatJew campaign to combat antisemitism and amplify Jewish strength. The online campaign has reached millions on various social media platforms. These words come to life in the real world with Merenfeld’s sterling silver dog tags that feature a variety of statements from the campaign, including “That Brave, Proud, and Unafraid Jew” and  “That Proud, Unapologetic Zionist Jew” (left, from $160). For those who want to proudly wear their love of the Jewish state above their heart, the jewelry designer also has a series of Israeli Flag necklaces that feature the flag on one side and “Am Yisrael Chai” in Hebrew on the other (in sterling silver, above, from $110, and gold plated silver, from $140).

Wear it Loud and Proud

With its bold, vintage-inspired images and designs, the Jew Got It Art shop features clothing, prints and other items that celebrate a common theme—Jewish spirit and Israeli pride. The collection, designed in Israel, includes T-shirts commemorating Kibbutz Be’eri (from $33.30), one of the Gaza border kibbutzim attacked on October 7, as well as shirts featuring a graphic riff on our cry of resilience, Am Yisrael Chai (at right, from $30.50).

Make a Statement

Over the past year, many of us have begun wearing Jewish charms or symbols. Israeli fine jeweler Sivan Lotan’s Heritage line, since October 7 crafted to emphasize Jewish roots, offers meaningful, beautiful additions to any collection. The Israeli Symbols Ring comes in white, rose or yellow gold (from $530) and the mix-and-match Solidarity Charm Necklace is available with additional pieces (charms from $190 to $590 each).

The Bookish Cook

The new Hadassah Magazine apron features an illustration from the magazine that celebrates the joy of Jewish books. Receive or gift the apron with a donation of $250 or more to the Hadassah Magazine Circle.

Spread the Light

Jewish jewelry designer Ariel Tidhar continues her foray into Judaica and home goods with colorful designs for this Hanukkah, such as her new acrylic menorah sprinkled with bright and cheery Jewish symbols (from $130). And check out her adorable Lion of Zion studs (center, from $25), with profits from sales going to Zaka, and her Yakira Jewish Star and Crystal Threader Earrings (from $75) for a touch Jewish glamour. 

Holiday Scene

Illustrator Michael Storrings reimagines classic Manhattan holiday scenes with a Jewish touch in his Hanukkah in the City birch wood serving tray, available at  The Jewish Museum store (from $42).

Going Vintage

Start your day with Hebrew, and a few other languages, with this set of eight vintage day-of-the-week mugs—seven for the days of the week, including Shabbat, plus one that says “Shalom.” Designed in Israel in the 20th century, the porcelain set from The Jewish Museum shop is dishwasher and microwave safe (from $88).