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A Note About the Shofar
There is a difference between the shofar used in Jewish tradition and that which serves as a collectable item, common instrument, or decoration. The shofar that serves in Jewish ritual must be manufactured under Jewish law. We have many shofars that are imported from Israel and meet these certifications.
However, for the more budget minded shofar admirer that is not looking to use the shofar in Jewish ritual, there are synthetic replicas of the ram's horn shofar, or the kudu antelope horn shofar.
Many people quickly associate the shofar with Judaica, and for good reason. The shofar has been a significant part of the Jewish tradition for years and years. The shofar is sounded in ritual as call to "wake up!" A reminder that while we fall into the mundane and ordinary concerns of earthly life, our souls still have work to do. As the prophet Amos writes, "Shall the Shofar be sounded in the city and the people not tremble?"
The Shofar is also commonly sounded during Rosh HaShanah, the beginning of the new year.
However, the shofar also serves as a fine collectable item for those interested in history, or perhaps even as a decorative art piece. As said before, only authentic ram's horn shofars manufactured according to Jewish law may be used in Jewish ritual, but other Shofar alternatives like the synthetic fiberglass shofar can be used for many reasons outside of the Jewish tradition.
The shofar is a magnificent horn trumpet developed by the ancient Hebrews. Many musicians are interested in the shofar as one of the first trumpets to be produced in history. When following the chronology of the trumpet, one finds the conch to be the only horn preceding the shofar.
In ancient times, the shofar was used as a call of war, proclemation, announcement, longing, seperation, loss, alarm, accomplishment, and more. In certain situations it was used like a bugle call similar to today's "reveille."
The shofar is a beautiful instrument, and can be a great historical art piece for the home, but also a symbol of ancient Biblical times.
Although there are strict rules about Jewish shofar use, many Christians use the shofar in services. In Christian services, there is not law against synthetic shofars. Many synthetic shofars are an attractive option for someone seeking the authentic sound, but without the high price.
Authentic ram's and antelope horn shofars can be very expensive, especially because all the authentic shofars we carry are imported directly from Israel. The synthetic horns we offer sound like a real shofar, and are a fine replica in look as well.
Aside from religious, decorative, collectible, and historical purposes, the shofar is also used in music throughout the world. The shofar is used throughout the world in places like India, Pakistan, USA, Israel, African countries, and beyond! It serves as a musical instrument to add ambience to any piece.
We have both authentic ram's horn shofars manufactured under Jewish law, and also synthetic.
Any questions, comments, or otherwise regarding the Shofar, please contact us.
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