More Bronze Door Details: Temple Emanu-El

August 26, 2008 | Filed Under Avenues, Bronze Doors, Doors/Doorways, East Side, Fifth Avenue, Neighborhoods, Synagogues, Temple Emanu-El | 19 Comments

From the archives:

Lion representing the tribe of Judah

In the previous post, I featured a few photos of the bronze door of Temple Emanu-El, a synagogue located on Fifth.Avenue. The impressive doors are decorated with motifs and bas-relief symbols of the twelve tribes of Israel. Here are a few more detailed photos of the doors.

Paz

Ed. Note: Please note that there are 12 tribes of Israel and therefore, 12 symbol motifs. I have only posted 6 of the symbols in this post and the previous one. Not all the symbols are of animals. They range from animals, to a vegetable to a ship and more. Perhaps, in the future, I’ll post the remaining symbols.

Ox and unicorn representing the tribes of Manasseh & Ephraim

Deer representing the tribe of Naphtali

Decorative motif

Temple Emanu-El: Bronze Doors

August 25, 2008 | Filed Under Avenues, Bronze Doors, Doors/Doorways, East Side, Fifth Avenue, Neighborhoods, Synagogues, Temple Emanu-El | 16 Comments

From the archives:

One of the three bronze doors of the Temple Emanu-El

I love the architectural and artistic design of churches and other religious sanctuaries — from its tiny details, stained glass windows, woodwork, to the symbols all around. It doesn’t matter if it’s a small or large structure, there’s always something amazing to see and appreciate.

I always enjoy passing by the Temple Emanu-El , which is located on the Upper East Side on Fifth Avenue. I never tire of taking a few minutes to stop and take in the beauty of its three magnificent bronze doors. The doors are styled with decorative motifs and bas-relief symbols that represent the twelve tribes of Israel. I always think to myself that if the outside of the sanctuary is impressive, I can only imagine how majestic the inside of the synagogue looks. Temple Emanu-El is rich in history, dating back to the 1800s when it was founded by a congregation of German Jewish immigrants.

Paz

An ass representing the tribe of Issachar

Mandrakes representing the tribe of Reuben

A Wolf representing the tribe of Benjamin

Chronicles of a NYC Bench #7: Left Behind

August 24, 2008 | Filed Under Chronicles of a NYC Bench, Parks, Riverside Park | 23 Comments

From the archives:

Some kid left his or her toy behind. I wonder if the child will remember when s/he gets home and get upset or not care at all.

Have a great week, all!

Paz

Shadow Shot Sunday: Building Shadows

August 23, 2008 | Filed Under Buildings, Lamp Posts, Photo Blogging Theme Day, Shadow Shot Sunday, Shadows | 23 Comments

From the archives:

Shadows I saw against an office building on one of my early morning walks, which I wasn’t supposed to take a few weeks ago. Don’t worry, I haven’t done it again. I’ve been taking it easy and continue to feel better.