Red thread Israel - where to buy

Amulets are designed to protect their owners. Our ancestors always considered a red woolen string on the wrist the protection from the evil eye and spoilage. Wearing such a bracelet from Israel is supposed to protect its wearer against negative energy. This is an ancient tradition of biblical origin – the strings are from the Tomb of the Biblical matriarch Rachel.

The best souvenir from Israel

Travel with the 123 Trip Tel Aviv travel company! Make the right decision – order a transfer, tours, a guide, and a car with a driver from us. We will make a travel plan together and go on a trip, on which you will:

• walk around the Jewish part of the Old City in Jerusalem;
• visit the Wailing Wall and the Tomb of the Biblical matriarch Rachel in Bethlehem;
• explore Safed in northern Israel.

In each of these places, you will be offered small red woolen strings, which will be wrapped around your left wrist with a blessing and prayer for a small donation. Such strings have been used in Jewish amulets since ancient times. People all over the world wear them. This is a great and original souvenir from Israel. You will be able to buy it on a trip with 123 Trip Tel Aviv for yourself, your family and friends.

The history of the bracelet

According to legend, a red string was wrapped around the Tomb of the Biblical matriarch Rachel. She is considered by Kabbalists to be the mother of all humankind.

About religious identity and Kabbalah

Secret and hidden aspects of Kabbalah originate in Judaism. This is a centuries-old esoteric Jewish tradition. Various scriptures, ideas, and practices developed here since the 13th century. Kabbalah helps people:

• realize and effectively work on their strengths and weaknesses;
• expand self-awareness, filling their minds and hearts with light;
• overcome obstacles and manage their lives.

The mysterious aura of the ancient teaching is of interest to social circles and numerous celebrities. Many people are fascinated by Kabbalah and study it carefully. 

Legends and traditions

According to Kabbalah, a special or holy person can transmit their spirit and powers. There is an ancient tradition of winding a red string around the Tomb of the Biblical matriarch Rachel seven times. Here the string receives a blessing. It is then cut into pieces and worn on the left wrist. In the process, it’s necessary to chant the old Hebrew prayer "Ana BeKoach", which activates the protective function through the connection with Rachel. The string is tied in a Kabbalistic sequence of several knots. Each of them symbolizes a distinct spiritual dimension that pervades our reality. Such a bracelet is considered authentic. It is usually worn for 28 days to 7 weeks – one lunar cycle.

To make the amulet fully effective, the string must be woolen and colored red. Red wool protects the receiving side of the body and soul. This color in amulets has a magical meaning. The color of blood and fire! Blood is the carrier of vitality. Red symbolizes living blood. Fire chases away the darkness and cold.

It is a symbol of turning sin into innocence in the scapegoat ritual. It is tied between the horns of the goat that carries Israel's sins to the desert. According to one legend, people used to hang red wool on the gate of the house to protect their families and homes from enemies and diseases.

Why the left wrist

As considered by the Kabbalistic teaching, the left is the receiving side – for the body and soul. So the left arm and hand are the receiving side and the right – is the giving side. Negative energy enters our body through the left side.

A red string on the left wrist:

• protects from negative external influences;
• generates positive energy;
• attracts luck and well-being.

The amulet may come with a stamp of Israel and a written Jewish prayer Shema, one of the central prayers in Judaism.

On a trip with 123 Trip Tel Aviv, you’ll visit places where you’ll be able to buy a genuine string only. It will certainly bring you luck and prosperity!